Eclogite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Tachylite

The general Eclogite and Tachylite definition can be stated as: Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. On the other hand, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Eclogite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Tachylite

The history of Eclogite and Tachylite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Eclogite and Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

Eclogite and Tachylite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Eclogite and Tachylite. In this section, you will know about Eclogite and Tachylite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Eclogite is Unknown whereas Origin of Tachylite is Iceland. It is interesting to know the name of Eclogite and Tachylite discoverer. The Discoverer of Eclogite is René Just Haüy and the discoverer of Tachylite is Unknown.

Etymology of Eclogite and Tachylite

Along with Eclogite and Tachylite definition, know more about the etymology of Eclogite and Tachylite. Etymology of Eclogite and Tachylite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Eclogite and Formation of Tachylite. The etymology of Eclogite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1 while that of Tachylite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Tachylite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Eclogite and Tachylite are listed below.

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Tachylite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock