Cataclasite and Harzburgite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Harzburgite

The general Cataclasite and Harzburgite 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, Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Harzburgite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Harzburgite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Harzburgite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Harzburgite

The history of Cataclasite and Harzburgite 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 Harzburgite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Harzburgite

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

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