Argillite and Whiteschist Definition

Definition of Argillite and Whiteschist

The general Argillite and Whiteschist 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, Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. Along with definition of Argillite and Whiteschist, get to know about Properties of Argillite and Whiteschist. Get to know more information about Argillite and Whiteschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Argillite and Whiteschist

The history of Argillite and Whiteschist 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 Whiteschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Argillite and Whiteschist

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

For Argillite,

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

For Whiteschist,

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