Argillite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Boninite

The general Argillite and Boninite 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, Boninite is a mafic extrusive rock which is high in magnesium and silica content, formed in fore-arc environments, typically during the early stages of subduction. Along with definition of Argillite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Boninite

The history of Argillite and Boninite 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 Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Boninite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Boninite,

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