Cataclasite and Tuff Definition

Definition of Cataclasite and Tuff

The general Cataclasite and Tuff 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, Tuff is a type of rock made of volcanic ash ejected from a vent during a volcanic eruption. Along with definition of Cataclasite and Tuff, get to know about Properties of Cataclasite and Tuff. Get to know more information about Cataclasite and Tuff origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Cataclasite and Tuff

The history of Cataclasite and Tuff 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 Tuff Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Cataclasite and Tuff

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

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