Argillite and Conglomerate Definition

Definition of Argillite and Conglomerate

The general Argillite and Conglomerate 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, Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. Along with definition of Argillite and Conglomerate, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Conglomerate. Get to know more information about Argillite and Conglomerate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Conglomerate

The history of Argillite and Conglomerate 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 Conglomerate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Conglomerate

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

For Argillite,

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

For Conglomerate,

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