Enderbite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Argillite

The general Enderbite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. 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 Enderbite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Argillite

The history of Enderbite 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.

Enderbite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Argillite

Along with Enderbite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Enderbite and Argillite. Etymology of Enderbite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Enderbite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Enderbite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica while that of Argillite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Enderbite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Enderbite and Argillite are listed below.

For Enderbite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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