Argillite and Marl Definition

Definition of Argillite and Marl

The general Argillite and Marl 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, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Argillite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Marl. Get to know more information about Argillite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Marl

The history of Argillite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Marl

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

For Argillite,

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

For Marl,

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