Cataclasite and Trachyte Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Trachyte

The general Cataclasite and Trachyte 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, Trachyte is a grey fine-grained volcanic rock which mainly consists of alkali feldspar. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Trachyte, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Trachyte. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Trachyte origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Trachyte

The history of Cataclasite and Trachyte 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 Trachyte Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Trachyte

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

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