Harzburgite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Eclogite

The general Harzburgite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. 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 Harzburgite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Eclogite

The history of Harzburgite 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.

Harzburgite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Eclogite

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

For Harzburgite,

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