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Cataclasite and Dolomite Definition


Dolomite 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   
Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight   

History
  
  

Origin
Swiss Alps, Europe   
Southern Alps, France   

Discoverer
Michael Tellinger   
Dolomieu   

Etymology
From the Italian word cataclasi   
From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Sedimentary Rocks   

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

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Cataclasite and Dolomite

The general Cataclasite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Cataclasite and Dolomite

The history of Cataclasite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Dolomite

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

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