Cataclasite and Suevite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Suevite

The general Cataclasite and Suevite 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, During the impact melted material forming a breccia containing glass and crystal or lithic fragments together form Suevite rock.. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Suevite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Suevite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Suevite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Suevite

The history of Cataclasite and Suevite 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 Suevite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Suevite

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

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