Cataclasite and Tonalite Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Tonalite

The general Cataclasite and Tonalite 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, Tonalite is a coarse-grained plutonic rock consisting mainly of sodic plagioclase, quartz, and hornblende or other mafic minerals with phaneritic texture. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Tonalite, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Tonalite. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Tonalite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Tonalite

The history of Cataclasite and Tonalite 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 Tonalite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Tonalite

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

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