Eclogite and Wehrlite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Wehrlite

The general Eclogite and Wehrlite 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, Wehrlite is an ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that is a mixture of olivine and clinopyroxene. It is a subdivision of the peridotites. Along with definition of Eclogite and Wehrlite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Wehrlite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Wehrlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Wehrlite

The history of Eclogite and Wehrlite 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 Wehrlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Wehrlite

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

For Eclogite,

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

For Wehrlite,

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