Eclogite and Trondhjemite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Trondhjemite

The general Eclogite and Trondhjemite 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, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Trondhjemite

The history of Eclogite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Trondhjemite

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

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