Ignimbrite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite

The general Ignimbrite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Ignimbrite is a volcanic rock consisting mainly of pumice fragments, formed by the consolidation of material deposited by pyroclastic flows. 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 Ignimbrite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite

The history of Ignimbrite 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.

Ignimbrite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite

Along with Ignimbrite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ignimbrite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Ignimbrite is From Latin ignis fire + imber, imbr- shower of rain, storm cloud + -ite while that of Cataclasite is From Latin ignis fire + imber, imbr- shower of rain, storm cloud + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ignimbrite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Ignimbrite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Cataclasite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock