Diamictite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Cataclasite

The general Diamictite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. 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 Diamictite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Cataclasite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Cataclasite

Along with Diamictite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Diamictite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Cataclasite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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