Argillite and Latite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Latite

The general Argillite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Argillite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Latite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Latite

The history of Argillite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Latite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Latite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock