Monzonite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Cataclasite

The general Monzonite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. 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 Monzonite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Cataclasite

The history of Monzonite 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.

Monzonite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Cataclasite

Along with Monzonite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzonite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Monzonite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzonite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Monzonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1 while that of Cataclasite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzonite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzonite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Monzonite,

• 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