Argillite and Shonkinite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Shonkinite

The general Argillite and Shonkinite 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, Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. Along with definition of Argillite and Shonkinite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Shonkinite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Shonkinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Shonkinite

The history of Argillite and Shonkinite 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 Shonkinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Shonkinite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Shonkinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock