Scoria and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Scoria and Cataclasite

The general Scoria and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. 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 Scoria and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Scoria and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Scoria and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Scoria and Cataclasite

The history of Scoria 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.

Scoria and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Scoria and Cataclasite

Along with Scoria and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Scoria and Cataclasite. Etymology of Scoria and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Scoria and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Scoria is From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung while that of Cataclasite is From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Scoria belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Scoria and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Scoria,

• 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