Cataclasite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Tachylite

The general Cataclasite and Tachylite 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, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Tachylite

The history of Cataclasite and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Tachylite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock