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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Flint is a hard type of sedimentary rock that produces a small piece of burning material when hit by steel
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck
1.4 Class
Sedimentary Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Define Flint

Flint is one of the important type of rocks. If we have to define Flint in general, Flint is a hard type of sedimentary rock that produces a small piece of burning material when hit by steel. Flint comes under Sedimentary Rocks. All Sedimentary Rocks have similar properties and formation process. Along with Flint Definition, know more about the History of Flint, Etymology of Flint in next sections.