Mangerite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Mangerite and Cataclasite

The general Mangerite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. 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 Mangerite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Mangerite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Mangerite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mangerite and Cataclasite

The history of Mangerite 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.

Mangerite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mangerite and Cataclasite

Along with Mangerite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Mangerite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Mangerite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Mangerite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Mangerite is not available while that of Cataclasite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Mangerite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Mangerite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Mangerite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium 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