Peridotite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Peridotite and Eclogite

The general Peridotite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. 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 Peridotite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Peridotite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Peridotite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Peridotite and Eclogite

The history of Peridotite 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.

Peridotite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Peridotite and Eclogite

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

For Peridotite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Eclogite,

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