Catalina Schist

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf metamorphic rock
gptkbp:accessibility accessible via hiking trails
gptkbp:age approximately 100 million years
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:San_Gabriel_Mountains
gptkbp:climate supports unique ecosystems.
influences local microclimates
Mediterranean_climate_influences
gptkbp:colors typically gray to greenish
gptkbp:composedOf schistose_rocks
gptkbp:culturalSignificance important to local indigenous cultures
gptkbp:education used for geological education
gptkbp:environmentalImpact weathers_to_form_soils
gptkbp:firstDescribedBy in the early 20th century
gptkbp:flora supports diverse plant life
gptkbp:formed metamorphism
gptkbp:fossilRecord not significant for paleontological finds
rarely contains fossils
gptkbp:fuelType studied for mineral composition
gptkbp:geologicalFeatures Mesozoic
subduction zone
popular climbing destination
analyzed for chemical properties
mapped in geological surveys
contains folds and faults
foliated rock
part of a diverse geological region
part_of_the_larger_Los_Angeles_Basin
gptkbp:global_presence widely_exposed_in_the_San_Gabriel_Mountains
gptkbp:hasCitations feldspar
quartz
biotite
muscovite
gptkbp:historicalResearch subject of numerous studies
gptkbp:historicalSignificance important for understanding regional geology
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Catalina Schist
gptkbp:isRegardedAs formed_during_the_Laramide_orogeny
gptkbp:landforms characterized by steep slopes
creates rugged terrain
gptkbp:landholdings managed by national forest services
gptkbp:landUse recreational activities
gptkbp:location gptkb:California
gptkbp:naturalResources none significant
gptkbp:outflow visible in several locations
gptkbp:relatedPatent gptkb:Franciscan_Complex
gptkbp:researchInterest studied by universities
studied for metamorphic processes
gptkbp:resolution up to 10,000 feet
gptkbp:scenicViews popular for scenic views
gptkbp:soilType varied due to rock weathering
gptkbp:subspecies medium to high grade
gptkbp:tour numerous trails available
gptkbp:tourism attracts tourists for outdoor activities
gptkbp:uses limited in construction due to foliation
gptkbp:waterManagement affects local water drainage patterns
gptkbp:wildlife habitat for various species
important for conservation efforts