Argillite and Norite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Norite

The general Argillite and Norite 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, Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine. Along with definition of Argillite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Norite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Norite

The history of Argillite and Norite 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 Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Norite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Norite,

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