Argillite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Turbidite

The general Argillite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Argillite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Turbidite

The history of Argillite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

Argillite and Turbidite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Argillite and Turbidite. In this section, you will know about Argillite and Turbidite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Argillite is Unknown whereas Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins. It is interesting to know the name of Argillite and Turbidite discoverer. The Discoverer of Argillite is Unknown and the discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma.

Etymology of Argillite and Turbidite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Turbidite,

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