Eclogite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Turbidite

The general Eclogite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Eclogite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Turbidite

The history of Eclogite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Turbidite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock