Argillite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Granodiorite

The general Argillite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Argillite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Granodiorite

The history of Argillite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Granodiorite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Granodiorite,

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