Argillite and Granite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Granite

The general Argillite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Argillite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Granite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Granite

The history of Argillite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Granite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Granite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock