Mylonite and Latite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Latite

The general Mylonite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Mylonite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Latite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Latite

The history of Mylonite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Latite

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

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