Argillite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Dolomite

The general Argillite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Argillite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Dolomite

The history of Argillite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Dolomite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock