Serpentinite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Serpentinite and Cataclasite

The general Serpentinite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. 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 Serpentinite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Serpentinite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Serpentinite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Serpentinite and Cataclasite

The history of Serpentinite 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.

Serpentinite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Serpentinite and Cataclasite

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

For Serpentinite,

• 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