Cataclasite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Epidosite

The general Cataclasite and Epidosite 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, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Epidosite

The history of Cataclasite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Epidosite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock