Mugearite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Mugearite and Eclogite

The general Mugearite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. 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 Mugearite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Mugearite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Mugearite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mugearite and Eclogite

The history of Mugearite 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.

Mugearite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mugearite and Eclogite

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

For Mugearite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock