Chert and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Chert and Cataclasite

The general Chert and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. 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 Chert and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Chert and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Cataclasite

The history of Chert 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.

Chert and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Cataclasite

Along with Chert and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Cataclasite. Etymology of Chert and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Cataclasite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Chert,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine 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