Gossan and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Gossan and Cataclasite

The general Gossan and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. 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 Gossan and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Gossan and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Gossan and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gossan and Cataclasite

The history of Gossan 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.

Gossan and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gossan and Cataclasite

Along with Gossan and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Gossan and Cataclasite. Etymology of Gossan and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Gossan and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Gossan is From Cornish gossen from gos, blood from Old Cornish guit while that of Cataclasite is From Cornish gossen from gos, blood from Old Cornish guit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Gossan and Cataclasite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Gossan and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Gossan,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: 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