Argillite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Mylonite

The general Argillite and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Argillites are highly compact sedimentary or slightly metamorphosed rocks that consist largely or wholly of particles of clay or silt but lack the fissility of shale or the cleavage characteristic of slate. On the other hand, Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism. Along with definition of Argillite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Mylonite

The history of Argillite and Mylonite 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.

Argillite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

Argillite and Mylonite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Argillite and Mylonite. In this section, you will know about Argillite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Argillite is Unknown whereas Origin of Mylonite is New Zealand. It is interesting to know the name of Argillite and Mylonite discoverer. The discoverer of Argillite and Mylonite are Unknown.

Etymology of Argillite and Mylonite

Along with Argillite and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Argillite and Mylonite. Etymology of Argillite and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Argillite and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Argillite is From Latin Argilla (clay) and -ite in English which became agrilla+ -ite = Argillite while that of Mylonite is From Latin Argilla (clay) and -ite in English which became agrilla+ -ite = Argillite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Argillite and Mylonite are listed below.

For Argillite,

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

For Mylonite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock