Flint and Argillite Definition

Definition of Flint and Argillite

The general Flint and Argillite definition can be stated as: Flint is a hard type of sedimentary rock that produces a small piece of burning material when hit by steel. 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 Flint and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Flint and Argillite. Get to know more information about Flint and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Flint and Argillite

The history of Flint 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.

Flint and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Flint and Argillite

Along with Flint and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Flint and Argillite. Etymology of Flint and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Flint and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Flint is From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck while that of Argillite is From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Flint and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Flint and Argillite are listed below.

For Flint,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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