Cataclasite and Travertine Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Travertine

The general Cataclasite and Travertine 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, Travertine is a mineral consisting of layered calcium carbonate formed by deposition from spring waters. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Travertine, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Travertine. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Travertine origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Travertine

The history of Cataclasite and Travertine 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 Travertine Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Travertine

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

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