Argillite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Amphibolite

The general Argillite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Argillites are highly compact sedimentary or slightly metamorphosed rocks that consist largely or wholly of particles of clay or silt but lack the fissility of shale or the cleavage characteristic of slate. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Argillite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Amphibolite

The history of Argillite and Amphibolite 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.

Argillite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Amphibolite

Along with Argillite and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Argillite and Amphibolite. Etymology of Argillite and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Argillite and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Argillite is From Latin Argilla (clay) and -ite in English which became agrilla+ -ite = Argillite while that of Amphibolite is From Latin Argilla (clay) and -ite in English which became agrilla+ -ite = Argillite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Argillite and Amphibolite are listed below.

For Argillite,

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

For Amphibolite,

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