Jaspillite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Jaspillite and Cataclasite

The general Jaspillite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. 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 Jaspillite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Jaspillite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Jaspillite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jaspillite and Cataclasite

The history of Jaspillite 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.

Jaspillite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jaspillite and Cataclasite

Along with Jaspillite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Jaspillite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Jaspillite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Jaspillite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Jaspillite is From Jaspilite (Mineral), a compact siliceous rock which resembles jasper while that of Cataclasite is From Jaspilite (Mineral), a compact siliceous rock which resembles jasper. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Jaspillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Jaspillite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Jaspillite,

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