Siltstone and Mudstone Definition

Definition of Siltstone and Mudstone

The general Siltstone and Mudstone definition can be stated as: Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. On the other hand, Mudstone is a fine-grained, dark gray sedimentary rock, which is formed from silt and clay and is similar to shale but has less laminations. Along with definition of Siltstone and Mudstone, get to know about Properties of Siltstone and Mudstone. Get to know more information about Siltstone and Mudstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Siltstone and Mudstone

The history of Siltstone and Mudstone 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.

Siltstone and Mudstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Siltstone and Mudstone

Along with Siltstone and Mudstone definition, know more about the etymology of Siltstone and Mudstone. Etymology of Siltstone and Mudstone gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Siltstone and Formation of Mudstone. The etymology of Siltstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz while that of Mudstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Siltstone and Mudstone belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Siltstone and Mudstone are listed below.

For Siltstone,

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

For Mudstone,

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