Borolanite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Borolanite and Argillite

The general Borolanite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Borolanite is a variety of Nepheline Syenite and belongs to igneous rocks and contains nepheline-alkali feldspar pseudomorphs which occur as conspicuous white spots in the dark rock matrix. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Borolanite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Borolanite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Borolanite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Borolanite and Argillite

The history of Borolanite and Argillite 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.

Borolanite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Borolanite and Argillite

Along with Borolanite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Borolanite and Argillite. Etymology of Borolanite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Borolanite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Borolanite is From Alkalic Igneous complex near Loch Borralan in northwest Scotland while that of Argillite is From Alkalic Igneous complex near Loch Borralan in northwest Scotland. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Borolanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Borolanite and Argillite are listed below.

For Borolanite,

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

For Argillite,

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