Siltstone and Argillite Definition

Definition of Siltstone and Argillite

The general Siltstone and Argillite definition can be stated as: Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. 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 Siltstone and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Siltstone and Argillite. Get to know more information about Siltstone and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Siltstone and Argillite

The history of Siltstone 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.

Siltstone and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Siltstone and Argillite

Along with Siltstone and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Siltstone and Argillite. Etymology of Siltstone and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Siltstone and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Siltstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz while that of Argillite is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Siltstone and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Siltstone and Argillite are listed below.

For Siltstone,

• 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