Metapelite and Schist Definition

Definition of Metapelite and Schist

The general Metapelite and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Metapelite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Metapelite and Schist. Get to know more information about Metapelite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Metapelite and Schist

The history of Metapelite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Metapelite and Schist

Along with Metapelite and Schist definition, know more about the etymology of Metapelite and Schist. Etymology of Metapelite and Schist gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Metapelite and Formation of Schist. The etymology of Metapelite is From Pelos or clay in Greek while that of Schist 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 and Schist belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Metapelite and Schist 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 Schist,

• 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