Argillite and Oolite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Oolite

The general Argillite and Oolite 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, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Along with definition of Argillite and Oolite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Oolite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Oolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Oolite

The history of Argillite and Oolite 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 Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Oolite

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

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Oolite,

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