Phonolite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Cataclasite

The general Phonolite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. 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 Phonolite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Cataclasite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Cataclasite

Along with Phonolite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Phonolite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Cataclasite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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