Mylonite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Peridotite

The general Mylonite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Mylonite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Peridotite

The history of Mylonite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Peridotite

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

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