Latite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Latite and Eclogite

The general Latite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. 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 Latite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Latite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Eclogite

The history of Latite 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.

Latite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Eclogite

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

For Latite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• 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