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Cataclasite and Cataclasite Definition


Cataclasite and Cataclasite Definition


Definition

Definition
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   
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   

History
  
  

Origin
Swiss Alps, Europe   
Swiss Alps, Europe   

Discoverer
Michael Tellinger   
Michael Tellinger   

Etymology
From the Italian word cataclasi   
From the Italian word cataclasi   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   

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Group
Not Applicable   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Cataclasite and Cataclasite

The general Cataclasite and Cataclasite 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, 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 Cataclasite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Cataclasite and Cataclasite

The history of Cataclasite 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.

Cataclasite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Cataclasite

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

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