Cataclasite and Breccia Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Breccia

The general Cataclasite and Breccia 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, Breccia is a rock consisting of angular fragments of stones which are cemented by finer calcareous material. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Breccia, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Breccia. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Breccia origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Breccia

The history of Cataclasite and Breccia 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 Breccia Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Breccia

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

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