Argillite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Jaspillite

The general Argillite and Jaspillite 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, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Argillite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Jaspillite

The history of Argillite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Jaspillite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Jaspillite,

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