Dolomite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Cataclasite

The general Dolomite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. 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 Dolomite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Cataclasite

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Cataclasite

Along with Dolomite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Dolomite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Cataclasite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

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