Cataclasite and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Enderbite

The general Cataclasite and Enderbite 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, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Enderbite

The history of Cataclasite and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Enderbite

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

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