Skarn and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Mylonite

The general Skarn and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. On the other hand, Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism. Along with definition of Skarn and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Mylonite

The history of Skarn and Mylonite 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.

Skarn and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Mylonite

Along with Skarn and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Mylonite. Etymology of Skarn and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Mylonite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn and Mylonite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Mylonite are listed below.

For Skarn,

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

For Mylonite,

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