Oolite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Argillite

The general Oolite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. 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 Oolite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Argillite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Argillite

Along with Oolite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Argillite. Etymology of Oolite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Argillite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Argillite are listed below.

For Oolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• 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