Mylonite and Andesite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Andesite

The general Mylonite and Andesite definition can be stated as: Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism. On the other hand, Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. Along with definition of Mylonite and Andesite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Andesite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Andesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Andesite

The history of Mylonite and Andesite 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.

Mylonite and Andesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Andesite

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

For Mylonite,

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock