Phyllite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Cataclasite

The general Phyllite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. 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 Phyllite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Cataclasite

The history of Phyllite 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.

Phyllite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Cataclasite

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

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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