Cataclasite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Nephelinite

The general Cataclasite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Nephelinite

The history of Cataclasite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Nephelinite

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

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