Phonolite and Shale Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Shale

The general Phonolite and Shale definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. 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 Phonolite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Shale. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Shale

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Shale

Along with Phonolite and Shale definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Shale. Etymology of Phonolite and Shale gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Shale. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Shale is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Shale belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Shale are listed below.

For Phonolite,

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