Anorthosite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Anorthosite and Cataclasite

The general Anorthosite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Anorthosite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Anorthosite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Anorthosite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anorthosite and Cataclasite

The history of Anorthosite and Cataclasite 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.

Anorthosite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anorthosite and Cataclasite

Along with Anorthosite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Anorthosite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Anorthosite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anorthosite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Anorthosite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1 while that of Cataclasite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anorthosite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anorthosite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Anorthosite,

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

For Cataclasite,

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