Argillite and Chert Definition

Definition of Argillite and Chert

The general Argillite and Chert 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, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Argillite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Chert. Get to know more information about Argillite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Chert

The history of Argillite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Chert

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

For Argillite,

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

For Chert,

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