Eclogite and Tonalite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Tonalite

The general Eclogite and Tonalite 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, Tonalite is a coarse-grained plutonic rock consisting mainly of sodic plagioclase, quartz, and hornblende or other mafic minerals with phaneritic texture. Along with definition of Eclogite and Tonalite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Tonalite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Tonalite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Tonalite

The history of Eclogite and Tonalite 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 Tonalite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Tonalite

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

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