Hornfels and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Hornfels and Cataclasite

The general Hornfels and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. 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 Hornfels and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Hornfels and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Hornfels and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Hornfels and Cataclasite

The history of Hornfels 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.

Hornfels and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Hornfels and Cataclasite

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

For Hornfels,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine 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