Schist and Argillite Definition

Definition of Schist and Argillite

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

History of Schist and Argillite

The history of Schist 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.

Schist and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Schist and Argillite

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

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

For Argillite,

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