Andesite and Shale Definition

Definition of Andesite and Shale

The general Andesite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Andesite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Shale. Get to know more information about Andesite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Shale

The history of Andesite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Shale

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

For Andesite,

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

For Shale,

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