Eclogite and Tephrite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Tephrite

The general Eclogite and Tephrite 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, Tephrite is an aphanitic to porphyritic textured, volcanic igneous rock. Along with definition of Eclogite and Tephrite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Tephrite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Tephrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Tephrite

The history of Eclogite and Tephrite 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 Tephrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Tephrite

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

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