Mylonite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Diatomite

The general Mylonite and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Mylonite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Diatomite

The history of Mylonite and Diatomite 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 Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Diatomite

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

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