Argillite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Argillite and Basanite 

The general Argillite and Basanite  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, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Argillite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Argillite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Argillite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Basanite 

The history of Argillite and Basanite  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 Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Basanite 

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

For Argillite,

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

For Basanite ,

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