Argillite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Diorite

The general Argillite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Argillite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Diorite

The history of Argillite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Diorite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Diorite,

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