Eclogite and Websterite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Websterite

The general Eclogite and Websterite 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, Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Websterite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Websterite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Websterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Websterite

The history of Eclogite and Websterite 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 Websterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Websterite

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

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