Metapelite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Metapelite and Argillite

The general Metapelite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. 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 Metapelite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Metapelite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Metapelite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Metapelite and Argillite

The history of Metapelite 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.

Metapelite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Metapelite and Argillite

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

For Metapelite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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