Cataclasite and Kimberlite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Kimberlite

The general Cataclasite and Kimberlite 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, Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock, which sometimes contains diamonds and is mostly found in South Africa and Siberia.. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Kimberlite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Kimberlite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Kimberlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Kimberlite

The history of Cataclasite and Kimberlite 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 Kimberlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Kimberlite

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

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