Argillite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Epidosite

The general Argillite and Epidosite 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, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Argillite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Epidosite

The history of Argillite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Epidosite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Epidosite,

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