Charnockite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Charnockite and Cataclasite

The general Charnockite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Charnockite is a variety of granite containing minerals like orthopyroxene, quartz, and feldspar. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Charnockite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Charnockite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Charnockite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Charnockite and Cataclasite

The history of Charnockite and Cataclasite 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.

Charnockite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Charnockite and Cataclasite

Along with Charnockite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Charnockite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Charnockite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Charnockite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Charnockite is From Job Charnock, an administtrator of East India Company while that of Cataclasite is From Job Charnock, an administtrator of East India Company. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Charnockite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Charnockite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Charnockite,

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

For Cataclasite,

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