Oolite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Cataclasite

The general Oolite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. 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 Oolite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Cataclasite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Cataclasite

Along with Oolite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Oolite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Cataclasite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Oolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• 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