Argillite and Kimberlite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Kimberlite

The general Argillite and Kimberlite 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, Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock, which sometimes contains diamonds and is mostly found in South Africa and Siberia.. Along with definition of Argillite and Kimberlite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Kimberlite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Kimberlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Kimberlite

The history of Argillite and Kimberlite 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 Kimberlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Kimberlite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Kimberlite,

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