Argillite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Argillite

The general Argillite and Argillite definition can be stated as: 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. 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 Argillite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Argillite

The history of Argillite 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.

Argillite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Argillite

Along with Argillite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Argillite and Argillite. Etymology of Argillite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Argillite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Argillite is From Latin Argilla (clay) and -ite in English which became agrilla+ -ite = Argillite while that of Argillite is From Latin Argilla (clay) and -ite in English which became agrilla+ -ite = Argillite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Argillite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Argillite and Argillite are listed below.

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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