Argillite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Argillite and Vogesite

The general Argillite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Argillite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Argillite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Vogesite

The history of Argillite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Vogesite

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

For Argillite,

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

For Vogesite,

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