Taconite and Shale Definition

Definition of Taconite and Shale

The general Taconite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Taconite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Shale. Get to know more information about Taconite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Shale

The history of Taconite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Taconite and Shale

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

For Taconite,

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

For Shale,

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