Dunite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Dunite and Cataclasite

The general Dunite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. 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 Dunite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Dunite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Dunite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dunite and Cataclasite

The history of Dunite 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.

Dunite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dunite and Cataclasite

Along with Dunite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Dunite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Dunite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dunite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Dunite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1 while that of Cataclasite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dunite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dunite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Dunite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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