Oolite and Shale Definition

Definition of Oolite and Shale

The general Oolite and Shale definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. On the other hand, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Oolite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Shale. Get to know more information about Oolite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Shale

The history of Oolite and Shale 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.

Oolite and Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Shale

Along with Oolite and Shale definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Shale. Etymology of Oolite and Shale gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Shale. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Shale is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite and Shale belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Shale are listed below.

For Oolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Shale,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock