Mylonite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Mylonite

The general Mylonite and Mylonite 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, Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism. Along with definition of Mylonite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Mylonite

The history of Mylonite and Mylonite 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 Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Mylonite

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

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