Turbidite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Cataclasite

The general Turbidite and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. 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 Turbidite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Cataclasite

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Cataclasite

Along with Turbidite and Cataclasite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Cataclasite. Etymology of Turbidite and Cataclasite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Cataclasite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Cataclasite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Cataclasite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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