Jaspillite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Jaspillite and Argillite

The general Jaspillite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. 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 Jaspillite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Jaspillite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Jaspillite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jaspillite and Argillite

The history of Jaspillite 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.

Jaspillite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jaspillite and Argillite

Along with Jaspillite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Jaspillite and Argillite. Etymology of Jaspillite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Jaspillite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Jaspillite is From Jaspilite (Mineral), a compact siliceous rock which resembles jasper while that of Argillite is From Jaspilite (Mineral), a compact siliceous rock which resembles jasper. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Jaspillite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Jaspillite and Argillite are listed below.

For Jaspillite,

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