Slate and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Slate and Peridotite

The general Slate and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Slate and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Slate and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Slate and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Peridotite

The history of Slate and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

Slate and Peridotite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Slate and Peridotite. In this section, you will know about Slate and Peridotite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Slate is England whereas Origin of Peridotite is Pike County, U.S. It is interesting to know the name of Slate and Peridotite discoverer. The discoverer of Slate and Peridotite are Unknown.

Etymology of Slate and Peridotite

Along with Slate and Peridotite definition, know more about the etymology of Slate and Peridotite. Etymology of Slate and Peridotite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Slate and Formation of Peridotite. The etymology of Slate is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat) while that of Peridotite 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 belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Peridotite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Slate and Peridotite 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 Peridotite,

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