Cataclasite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Appinite

The general Cataclasite and Appinite definition can be stated as: Cataclasite is a type of cataclastic rock that is formed by fracturing and comminution during faulting. It is normally cohesive and non-foliated, consisting of angular clasts in a finer-grained matrix. On the other hand, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Appinite

The history of Cataclasite and Appinite 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.

Cataclasite and Appinite Origin and Discoverer

Cataclasite and Appinite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Cataclasite and Appinite. In this section, you will know about Cataclasite and Appinite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Cataclasite is Swiss Alps, Europe whereas Origin of Appinite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Cataclasite and Appinite discoverer. The Discoverer of Cataclasite is Michael Tellinger and the discoverer of Appinite is Unknown.

Etymology of Cataclasite and Appinite

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

For Cataclasite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Appinite,

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