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Jadeitite and Mylonite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
New Zealand
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From Greek mulōn mill + -ite
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Jadeitite and Mylonite

The general Jadeitite and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. 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 Jadeitite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Mylonite

The history of Jadeitite 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.

Jadeitite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Mylonite

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

For Jadeitite,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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