Websterite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Eclogite

The general Websterite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. 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 Websterite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Eclogite

The history of Websterite 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.

Websterite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Eclogite

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

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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