Gabbro and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Gabbro and Cataclasite

The general Gabbro and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. 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 Gabbro and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Gabbro and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Gabbro and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gabbro and Cataclasite

The history of Gabbro 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.

Gabbro and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gabbro and Cataclasite

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

For Gabbro,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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