Ijolite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Cataclasite

The general Ijolite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. 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 Ijolite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Cataclasite

The history of Ijolite 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.

Ijolite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Cataclasite

Along with Ijolite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Ijolite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Cataclasite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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