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Eclogite
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1 Definition

1.1 Definition

Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature

1.2 History

1.2.1 Origin

Unknown

1.2.2 Discoverer

René Just Haüy

1.3 Etymology

From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1

1.4 Class

Metamorphic Rocks

1.4.1 Sub-Class

Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock

1.5 Family

1.5.1 Group

Not Applicable

1.6 Other Categories

Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Define Eclogite

Eclogite is one of the important type of rocks. If we have to define Eclogite in general, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Eclogite comes under Metamorphic Rocks. All Metamorphic Rocks have similar properties and formation process. Along with Eclogite Definition, know more about the History of Eclogite, Etymology of Eclogite in next sections.