Argillite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Monzonite

The general Argillite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Argillite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Monzonite

The history of Argillite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Monzonite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Monzonite,

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