Cataclasite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Hornblendite

The general Cataclasite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Hornblendite

The history of Cataclasite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Hornblendite

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

For Cataclasite,

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

For Hornblendite,

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