Cataclasite and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Mangerite

The general Cataclasite and Mangerite 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, Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Mangerite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Mangerite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Mangerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Mangerite

The history of Cataclasite and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Mangerite

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

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