Harzburgite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Mylonite

The general Harzburgite and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. 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 Harzburgite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Mylonite

The history of Harzburgite 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.

Harzburgite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Mylonite

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

For Harzburgite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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