Monzonite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Mylonite

The general Monzonite and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. 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 Monzonite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Mylonite

The history of Monzonite 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.

Monzonite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Mylonite

Along with Monzonite and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzonite and Mylonite. Etymology of Monzonite and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzonite and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Monzonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1 while that of Mylonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzonite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzonite and Mylonite are listed below.

For Monzonite,

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