Argillite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Hornblendite

The general Argillite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Argillite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Hornblendite

The history of Argillite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Hornblendite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Hornblendite,

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