Diorite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Diorite and Argillite

The general Diorite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. 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 Diorite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Diorite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Diorite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diorite and Argillite

The history of Diorite 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.

Diorite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diorite and Argillite

Along with Diorite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Diorite and Argillite. Etymology of Diorite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diorite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Diorite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish while that of Argillite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diorite and Argillite are listed below.

For Diorite,

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