Trondhjemite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite

The general Trondhjemite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. 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 Trondhjemite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite

The history of Trondhjemite 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.

Trondhjemite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite

Along with Trondhjemite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trondhjemite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Trondhjemite is not available while that of Cataclasite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trondhjemite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trondhjemite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Trondhjemite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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