Taconite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Taconite and Argillite

The general Taconite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. On the other hand, Argillites are highly compact sedimentary or slightly metamorphosed rocks that consist largely or wholly of particles of clay or silt but lack the fissility of shale or the cleavage characteristic of slate. Along with definition of Taconite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Taconite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Argillite

The history of Taconite and Argillite 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.

Taconite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

Taconite and Argillite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Taconite and Argillite. In this section, you will know about Taconite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Taconite is Western Australia, Minnesota whereas Origin of Argillite is . It is interesting to know the name of Taconite and Argillite discoverer. The Discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell and the discoverer of Argillite is Unknown.

Etymology of Taconite and Argillite

Along with Taconite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Argillite. Etymology of Taconite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Argillite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Taconite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Argillite are listed below.

For Taconite,

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

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock