Cataclasite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Jaspillite

The general Cataclasite and Jaspillite 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, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Jaspillite

The history of Cataclasite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Jaspillite

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

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