Eclogite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Taconite

The general Eclogite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Eclogite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Taconite

The history of Eclogite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Taconite

Along with Eclogite and Taconite definition, know more about the etymology of Eclogite and Taconite. Etymology of Eclogite and Taconite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Eclogite and Formation of Taconite. The etymology of Eclogite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1 while that of Taconite 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 Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Eclogite and Taconite 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 Taconite,

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