Argillite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Peridotite

The general Argillite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Argillite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Peridotite

The history of Argillite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Peridotite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Peridotite,

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