Argillite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Itacolumite

The general Argillite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Argillite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Itacolumite

The history of Argillite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Itacolumite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Itacolumite,

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