Mylonite and Hornfels Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Hornfels

The general Mylonite and Hornfels 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, Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. Along with definition of Mylonite and Hornfels, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Hornfels. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Hornfels origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Hornfels

The history of Mylonite and Hornfels 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 Hornfels Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Hornfels

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

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