Mylonite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Granodiorite

The general Mylonite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Mylonite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Granodiorite

The history of Mylonite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Granodiorite

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

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