Argillite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Diatomite

The general Argillite and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Argillite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Diatomite

The history of Argillite and Diatomite 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 Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Diatomite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Diatomite,

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