Granodiorite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Argillite

The general Granodiorite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. 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 Granodiorite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Argillite

The history of Granodiorite 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.

Granodiorite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Argillite

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

For Granodiorite,

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