Cataclasite and Migmatite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Migmatite

The general Cataclasite and Migmatite 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, Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Migmatite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Migmatite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Migmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Migmatite

The history of Cataclasite and Migmatite 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 Migmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Migmatite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock