Argillite and Benmoreite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Benmoreite

The general Argillite and Benmoreite 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, An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series. Along with definition of Argillite and Benmoreite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Benmoreite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Benmoreite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Benmoreite

The history of Argillite and Benmoreite 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 Benmoreite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Benmoreite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Benmoreite,

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