Argillite and Marble Definition

Definition of Argillite and Marble

The general Argillite and Marble 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, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Argillite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Marble. Get to know more information about Argillite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Marble

The history of Argillite and Marble 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 Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Marble

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

For Argillite,

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

For Marble,

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