Mugearite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Mugearite and Argillite

The general Mugearite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. 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 Mugearite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Mugearite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Mugearite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mugearite and Argillite

The history of Mugearite 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.

Mugearite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mugearite and Argillite

Along with Mugearite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Mugearite and Argillite. Etymology of Mugearite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Mugearite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Mugearite is From mugear +‎ -ite while that of Argillite is From mugear +‎ -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Mugearite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Mugearite and Argillite are listed below.

For Mugearite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock

For Argillite,

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