Cataclasite and Limestone Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Limestone

The general Cataclasite and Limestone 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, Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed mostly of calcite and aragonite, which are different crystal forms of calcium carbonate. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Limestone, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Limestone. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Limestone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Limestone

The history of Cataclasite and Limestone 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 Limestone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Limestone

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

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