Argillite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Jadeitite

The general Argillite and Jadeitite 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, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Argillite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Jadeitite

The history of Argillite and Jadeitite 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 Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Jadeitite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Jadeitite,

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