Argillite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Sovite

The general Argillite and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Argillite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Sovite

The history of Argillite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Sovite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Sovite,

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