Cataclasite and Pantellerite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Pantellerite

The general Cataclasite and Pantellerite 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, Pantellerite is a peralkaline rhyolite. It has a higher iron and lower aluminium composition than comendite. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Pantellerite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Pantellerite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Pantellerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Pantellerite

The history of Cataclasite and Pantellerite 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 Pantellerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Pantellerite

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

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