Mangerite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Mangerite and Argillite

The general Mangerite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. 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 Mangerite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Mangerite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Mangerite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mangerite and Argillite

The history of Mangerite 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.

Mangerite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mangerite and Argillite

Along with Mangerite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Mangerite and Argillite. Etymology of Mangerite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Mangerite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Mangerite is not available while that of Argillite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Mangerite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Mangerite and Argillite are listed below.

For Mangerite,

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