Soapstone and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Soapstone and Eclogite

The general Soapstone and Eclogite definition can be stated as: It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. 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 Soapstone and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Soapstone and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Soapstone and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Soapstone and Eclogite

The history of Soapstone 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.

Soapstone and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Soapstone and Eclogite

Along with Soapstone and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Soapstone and Eclogite. Etymology of Soapstone and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Soapstone and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Soapstone is From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap while that of Eclogite is From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Soapstone and Eclogite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Soapstone and Eclogite are listed below.

For Soapstone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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