Cataclasite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Granulite

The general Cataclasite and Granulite 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, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Granulite

The history of Cataclasite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Granulite

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

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