Mylonite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Monzonite

The general Mylonite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Mylonite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Monzonite

The history of Mylonite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Monzonite

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

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