Phonolite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Eclogite

The general Phonolite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. 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 Phonolite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Eclogite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Eclogite

Along with Phonolite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Eclogite. Etymology of Phonolite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Eclogite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Phonolite,

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