Foidolite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Eclogite

The general Foidolite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. On the other hand, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Foidolite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Eclogite

The history of Foidolite and Eclogite 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.

Foidolite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Eclogite

Along with Foidolite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Eclogite. Etymology of Foidolite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Eclogite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

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

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock