Itacolumite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Itacolumite and Argillite

The general Itacolumite and Argillite definition can be stated as: A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. 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 Itacolumite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Itacolumite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Itacolumite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Itacolumite and Argillite

The history of Itacolumite 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.

Itacolumite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Itacolumite and Argillite

Along with Itacolumite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Itacolumite and Argillite. Etymology of Itacolumite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Itacolumite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Itacolumite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil while that of Argillite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Itacolumite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Itacolumite and Argillite are listed below.

For Itacolumite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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