Limestone and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Limestone and Cataclasite

The general Limestone and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed mostly of calcite and aragonite, which are different crystal forms of calcium carbonate. 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 Limestone and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Limestone and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Limestone and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Limestone and Cataclasite

The history of Limestone 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.

Limestone and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Limestone and Cataclasite

Along with Limestone and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Limestone and Cataclasite. Etymology of Limestone and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Limestone and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Limestone is From lime and stone in late 14th Century while that of Cataclasite is From lime and stone in late 14th Century. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Limestone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Limestone and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Limestone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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