Argillite and Rhyodacite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Rhyodacite

The general Argillite and Rhyodacite 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, Rhyodacite is an extrusive volcanic rock intermediate in composition between dacite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Argillite and Rhyodacite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Rhyodacite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Rhyodacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Rhyodacite

The history of Argillite and Rhyodacite 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 Rhyodacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Rhyodacite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Rhyodacite,

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