Argillite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Mugearite

The general Argillite and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Argillite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Mugearite

The history of Argillite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Mugearite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Mugearite,

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