Greenschist and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Cataclasite

The general Greenschist and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. 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 Greenschist and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Cataclasite

The history of Greenschist 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.

Greenschist and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Cataclasite

Along with Greenschist and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Cataclasite. Etymology of Greenschist and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Greenschist is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color while that of Cataclasite is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greenschist and Cataclasite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Greenschist,

• 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