Scoria and Argillite Definition

Definition of Scoria and Argillite

The general Scoria and Argillite definition can be stated as: Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. 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 Scoria and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Scoria and Argillite. Get to know more information about Scoria and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Scoria and Argillite

The history of Scoria 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.

Scoria and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Scoria and Argillite

Along with Scoria and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Scoria and Argillite. Etymology of Scoria and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Scoria and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Scoria is From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung while that of Argillite is From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Scoria belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Scoria and Argillite are listed below.

For Scoria,

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