Trachyandesite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite

The general Trachyandesite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. 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 Trachyandesite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Trachyandesite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite

The history of Trachyandesite 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.

Trachyandesite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite

Along with Trachyandesite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trachyandesite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Trachyandesite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite while that of Cataclasite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trachyandesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trachyandesite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Trachyandesite,

• 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