Cataclasite and Greenschist Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Greenschist

The general Cataclasite and Greenschist 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, Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Greenschist, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Greenschist. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Greenschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Greenschist

The history of Cataclasite and Greenschist 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 Greenschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Greenschist

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

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