Foidolite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Cataclasite

The general Foidolite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. 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 Foidolite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Cataclasite

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Cataclasite

Along with Foidolite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Foidolite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Cataclasite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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