Argillite and Rhyolite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Rhyolite

The general Argillite and Rhyolite 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, Rhyolite is a fine-grained igneous rock which is rich in silica. Along with definition of Argillite and Rhyolite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Rhyolite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Rhyolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Rhyolite

The history of Argillite and Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Rhyolite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Rhyolite,

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