Argillite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Argillite and Scoria

The general Argillite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Argillite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Argillite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Scoria

The history of Argillite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Scoria

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

For Argillite,

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

For Scoria,

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