Mylonite and Schist Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Schist

The general Mylonite and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Mylonite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Schist. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Schist

The history of Mylonite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Schist

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

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