Shonkinite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Shonkinite and Argillite

The general Shonkinite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. 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 Shonkinite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Shonkinite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Shonkinite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shonkinite and Argillite

The history of Shonkinite 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.

Shonkinite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shonkinite and Argillite

Along with Shonkinite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Shonkinite and Argillite. Etymology of Shonkinite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shonkinite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Shonkinite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US while that of Argillite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shonkinite and Argillite are listed below.

For Shonkinite,

• 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