Hornfels and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Hornfels and Eclogite

The general Hornfels and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. 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 Hornfels and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Hornfels and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Hornfels and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Hornfels and Eclogite

The history of Hornfels 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.

Hornfels and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Hornfels and Eclogite

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

For Hornfels,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine 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