Arkose and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Cataclasite

The general Arkose and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. 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 Arkose and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Cataclasite

The history of Arkose 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.

Arkose and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Cataclasite

Along with Arkose and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Cataclasite. Etymology of Arkose and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Cataclasite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Arkose,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse 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