Granodiorite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Eclogite

The general Granodiorite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. 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 Granodiorite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Eclogite

The history of Granodiorite 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.

Granodiorite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Eclogite

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

For Granodiorite,

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