Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite

The general Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite 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, Rapakivi Granite is a hornblende-biotite Granite containing large rounded crystals of orthoclase which are mantled with oligoclase. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite

The history of Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite 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 Rapakivi Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Rapakivi Granite

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

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