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Cataclasite and Metapelite Definition


Metapelite and Cataclasite Definition


Definition

Definition
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   
Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone   

History
  
  

Origin
Swiss Alps, Europe   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Michael Tellinger   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Italian word cataclasi   
From Pelos or clay in Greek   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   

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Group
Not Applicable   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Cataclasite and Metapelite

The general Cataclasite and Metapelite 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, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Cataclasite and Metapelite

The history of Cataclasite and Metapelite 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 Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Metapelite

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

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