Sovite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Eclogite

The general Sovite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. 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 Sovite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Eclogite

The history of Sovite 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.

Sovite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Eclogite

Along with Sovite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Eclogite. Etymology of Sovite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Eclogite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Sovite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Sovite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium 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