Whiteschist and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Whiteschist and Cataclasite

The general Whiteschist and Cataclasite definition can be stated as: Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. 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 Whiteschist and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Whiteschist and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Whiteschist and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Whiteschist and Cataclasite

The history of Whiteschist 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.

Whiteschist and Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Whiteschist and Cataclasite

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

For Whiteschist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: 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