Argillite and Luxullianite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Luxullianite

The general Argillite and Luxullianite 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, Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. Along with definition of Argillite and Luxullianite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Luxullianite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Luxullianite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Luxullianite

The history of Argillite and Luxullianite 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 Luxullianite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Luxullianite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Luxullianite,

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