Migmatite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Eclogite

The general Migmatite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. 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 Migmatite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Eclogite

The history of Migmatite 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.

Migmatite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Eclogite

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

For Migmatite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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