Cataclasite and Teschenite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Teschenite

The general Cataclasite and Teschenite 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, Teschenite is coarse- to fine-grained, dark-coloured intrusive igneous rock that usually occurs in sills, dikes and irregular masses and is always altered to some extent. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Teschenite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Teschenite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Teschenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Teschenite

The history of Cataclasite and Teschenite 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 Teschenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Teschenite

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

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