Mylonite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Eclogite

The general Mylonite and Eclogite 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, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Mylonite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Eclogite

The history of Mylonite and Eclogite 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 Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Eclogite

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

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