Argillite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Syenite

The general Argillite and Syenite 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, Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. Along with definition of Argillite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Syenite

The history of Argillite and Syenite 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 Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Syenite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Syenite,

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