Mylonite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Monzogranite

The general Mylonite and Monzogranite 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, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Mylonite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Monzogranite

The history of Mylonite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Monzogranite

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

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