Syenite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Mylonite

The general Syenite and Mylonite definition can be stated as: Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. 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 Syenite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Mylonite

The history of Syenite 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.

Syenite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Mylonite

Along with Syenite and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Syenite and Mylonite. Etymology of Syenite and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Syenite and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Syenite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene while that of Mylonite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Syenite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Syenite and Mylonite are listed below.

For Syenite,

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