Mylonite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Hornblendite

The general Mylonite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Mylonite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Hornblendite

The history of Mylonite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Hornblendite

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

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