Cataclasite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Gossan

The general Cataclasite and Gossan 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, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Gossan

The history of Cataclasite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Gossan

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock