Argillite and Soapstone Definition

Definition of Argillite and Soapstone

The general Argillite and Soapstone 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, It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. Along with definition of Argillite and Soapstone, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Soapstone. Get to know more information about Argillite and Soapstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Soapstone

The history of Argillite and Soapstone 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 Soapstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Soapstone

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

For Argillite,

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

For Soapstone,

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