Enderbite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Mylonite

The general Enderbite and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. 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 Enderbite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Mylonite

The history of Enderbite 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.

Enderbite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Mylonite

Along with Enderbite and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Enderbite and Mylonite. Etymology of Enderbite and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Enderbite and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Enderbite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica while that of Mylonite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Enderbite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Enderbite and Mylonite are listed below.

For Enderbite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Mylonite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock