Mylonite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Phyllite

The general Mylonite and Phyllite 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, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Mylonite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Phyllite

The history of Mylonite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Phyllite

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

For Mylonite,

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

For Phyllite,

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