Argillite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Argillite and Gossan

The general Argillite and Gossan 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, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Argillite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Argillite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Gossan

The history of Argillite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Gossan

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

For Argillite,

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

For Gossan,

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