Argillite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Laterite

The general Argillite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Argillite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Laterite

The history of Argillite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Laterite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Laterite,

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