Mylonite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Mylonite and Turbidite

The general Mylonite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Mylonite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Mylonite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Mylonite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mylonite and Turbidite

The history of Mylonite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mylonite and Turbidite

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

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