Oolite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Eclogite

The general Oolite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. 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 Oolite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Eclogite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Eclogite

Along with Oolite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Eclogite. Etymology of Oolite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Eclogite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Oolite,

• 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