Mylonite and Rhyodacite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Rhyodacite

The general Mylonite and Rhyodacite 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, Rhyodacite is an extrusive volcanic rock intermediate in composition between dacite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Mylonite and Rhyodacite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Rhyodacite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Rhyodacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Rhyodacite

The history of Mylonite and Rhyodacite 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 Rhyodacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Rhyodacite

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

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