Andesite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Argillite

The general Andesite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. 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 Andesite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Argillite

The history of Andesite 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.

Andesite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Argillite

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock