Mylonite and Hyaloclastite  Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Mylonite and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Mylonite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Mylonite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Mylonite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Hyaloclastite 

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock