Cataclasite and Lherzolite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Lherzolite

The general Cataclasite and Lherzolite 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, Lherzolite is a type of ultramafic igneous rock which contains essential olivine and clinopyroxene and orthopyroxene in equal proportions. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Lherzolite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Lherzolite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Lherzolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Lherzolite

The history of Cataclasite and Lherzolite 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 Lherzolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Lherzolite

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

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