Cataclasite and Felsite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Felsite

The general Cataclasite and Felsite 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, Felsite is a very fine grained volcanic rock that may or may not contain larger crystals and light colored rock that typically requires petrographic examination or chemical analysis for more precise definition. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Felsite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Felsite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Felsite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Felsite

The history of Cataclasite and Felsite 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 Felsite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Felsite

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

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