Mylonite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Diamictite

The general Mylonite and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Mylonite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Diamictite

The history of Mylonite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Diamictite

Along with Mylonite and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Mylonite and Diamictite. Etymology of Mylonite and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Mylonite and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Mylonite is From Greek mulōn mill + -ite while that of Diamictite 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 Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Mylonite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock