Skarn and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Eclogite

The general Skarn and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Eclogite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Eclogite

Along with Skarn and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Eclogite. Etymology of Skarn and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Eclogite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn and Eclogite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Eclogite are listed below.

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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