Argillite and Pyrolite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Pyrolite

The general Argillite and Pyrolite 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, Pyrolite is an igneous rock consisting of about three parts of peridotite and one part of basalt. Along with definition of Argillite and Pyrolite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Pyrolite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Pyrolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Pyrolite

The history of Argillite and Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Pyrolite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Pyrolite,

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