Slate and Gossan Definition

Definition of Slate and Gossan

The general Slate and Gossan definition can be stated as: Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Slate and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Slate and Gossan. Get to know more information about Slate and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Gossan

The history of Slate and Gossan 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.

Slate and Gossan Origin and Discoverer

Slate and Gossan definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Slate and Gossan. In this section, you will know about Slate and Gossan Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Slate is England whereas Origin of Gossan is Indonesia. It is interesting to know the name of Slate and Gossan discoverer. The Discoverer of Slate is Unknown and the discoverer of Gossan is Cornish Gossen.

Etymology of Slate and Gossan

Along with Slate and Gossan definition, know more about the etymology of Slate and Gossan. Etymology of Slate and Gossan gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Slate and Formation of Gossan. The etymology of Slate is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat) while that of Gossan is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat). The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Slate and Gossan belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Slate and Gossan are listed below.

For Slate,

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

For Gossan,

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