Argillite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Granulite

The general Argillite and Granulite 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, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Argillite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Granulite

The history of Argillite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Granulite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Granulite,

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