Luxullianite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Luxullianite and Cataclasite

The general Luxullianite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. 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 Luxullianite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Luxullianite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Luxullianite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Luxullianite and Cataclasite

The history of Luxullianite 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.

Luxullianite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Luxullianite and Cataclasite

Along with Luxullianite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Luxullianite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Luxullianite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Luxullianite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Luxullianite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found while that of Cataclasite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Luxullianite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Luxullianite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Luxullianite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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