Cataclasite and Greywacke Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Greywacke

The general Cataclasite and Greywacke 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, Greywacke is defined as a dark coarse-grained sandstone rock which contains more than 15 per cent clay. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Greywacke, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Greywacke. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Greywacke origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Greywacke

The history of Cataclasite and Greywacke 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 Greywacke Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Greywacke

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

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