Cataclasite and Gabbro Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Gabbro

The general Cataclasite and Gabbro 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, Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Gabbro, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Gabbro. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Gabbro origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Gabbro

The history of Cataclasite and Gabbro 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 Gabbro Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Gabbro

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

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