Cataclasite and Jasperoid Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Jasperoid

The general Cataclasite and Jasperoid 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, Jasperoid is a rare, peculiar type of metasomatic alteration of rocks. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Jasperoid, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Jasperoid. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Jasperoid origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Jasperoid

The history of Cataclasite and Jasperoid 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 Jasperoid Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Jasperoid

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

• 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