Argillite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Diamictite

The general Argillite and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Argillite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Diamictite

The history of Argillite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Diamictite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Diamictite,

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