Cataclasite and Porphyry Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Porphyry

The general Cataclasite and Porphyry 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, Porphyry is a reddish-brown to purple igneous rock containing large phenocrysts of various minerals embedded in a fine-grained matrix. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Porphyry, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Porphyry. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Porphyry origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Porphyry

The history of Cataclasite and Porphyry 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 Porphyry Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Porphyry

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

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