Siltstone and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Siltstone and Vogesite

The general Siltstone and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Siltstone and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Siltstone and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Siltstone and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Siltstone and Vogesite

The history of Siltstone and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Siltstone and Vogesite

Along with Siltstone and Vogesite definition, know more about the etymology of Siltstone and Vogesite. Etymology of Siltstone and Vogesite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Siltstone and Formation of Vogesite. The etymology of Siltstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz while that of Vogesite 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 belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Vogesite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Siltstone and Vogesite are listed below.

For Siltstone,

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

For Vogesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock