Argillite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Taconite

The general Argillite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Argillite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Taconite

The history of Argillite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

Argillite and Taconite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Argillite and Taconite. In this section, you will know about Argillite and Taconite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Argillite is Unknown whereas Origin of Taconite is Western Australia, Minnesota. It is interesting to know the name of Argillite and Taconite discoverer. The Discoverer of Argillite is Unknown and the discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell.

Etymology of Argillite and Taconite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Taconite,

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