Chert and Argillite Definition

Definition of Chert and Argillite

The general Chert and Argillite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Chert and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Argillite. Get to know more information about Chert and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Argillite

The history of Chert and Argillite 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.

Chert and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Argillite

Along with Chert and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Argillite. Etymology of Chert and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Argillite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Argillite are listed below.

For Chert,

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

For Argillite,

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