Anthracite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Anthracite and Cataclasite

The general Anthracite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. 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 Anthracite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Anthracite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Anthracite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anthracite and Cataclasite

The history of Anthracite 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.

Anthracite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anthracite and Cataclasite

Along with Anthracite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Anthracite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Anthracite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anthracite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Anthracite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal while that of Cataclasite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anthracite and Cataclasite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anthracite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Anthracite,

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

For Cataclasite,

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