Turbidite and Mylonite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Mylonite

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

History of Turbidite and Mylonite

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Mylonite

Along with Turbidite and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Mylonite. Etymology of Turbidite and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Mylonite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Mylonite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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