Eclogite and Tuff Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Tuff

The general Eclogite and Tuff 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, Tuff is a type of rock made of volcanic ash ejected from a vent during a volcanic eruption. Along with definition of Eclogite and Tuff, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Tuff. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Tuff origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Tuff

The history of Eclogite and Tuff 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 Tuff Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Tuff

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

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