Slate and Schist Definition

Definition of Slate and Schist

The general Slate and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Slate and Schist, get to know about Properties of Slate and Schist. Get to know more information about Slate and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Schist

The history of Slate and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Slate and Schist

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

• 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