Conglomerate and Argillite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Argillite

The general Conglomerate and Argillite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. 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 Conglomerate and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Argillite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Argillite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Argillite

Along with Conglomerate and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Argillite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Argillite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Argillite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse 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