Aplite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Cataclasite

The general Aplite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. 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 Aplite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Cataclasite

The history of Aplite 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.

Aplite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Cataclasite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Cataclasite,

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