Cataclasite and Claystone Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Claystone

The general Cataclasite and Claystone 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, Claystone is a fine-grained, dark gray to pink sedimentary rock which mainly consists of compacted and hardened clay. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Claystone, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Claystone. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Claystone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Claystone

The history of Cataclasite and Claystone 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 Claystone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Claystone

Along with Cataclasite and Claystone definition, know more about the etymology of Cataclasite and Claystone. Etymology of Cataclasite and Claystone gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Cataclasite and Formation of Claystone. The etymology of Cataclasite is From the Italian word cataclasi while that of Claystone 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 Claystone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Cataclasite and Claystone 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 Claystone,

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