Conglomerate and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Cataclasite

The general Conglomerate and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. 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 Conglomerate and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Cataclasite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Cataclasite

Along with Conglomerate and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Cataclasite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Cataclasite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

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

For Cataclasite,

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