Peridotite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Peridotite and Cataclasite

The general Peridotite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. 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 Peridotite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Peridotite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Peridotite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Peridotite and Cataclasite

The history of Peridotite 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.

Peridotite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Peridotite and Cataclasite

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

For Peridotite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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