Argillite and Carbonatite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Carbonatite

The general Argillite and Carbonatite 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, Carbonatite is intrusive or extrusive igneous rock which is defined by mineralogic composition, consisting of greater than 50 percent carbonate minerals. Along with definition of Argillite and Carbonatite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Carbonatite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Carbonatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Carbonatite

The history of Argillite and Carbonatite 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 Carbonatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Carbonatite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Carbonatite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock