Trachyandesite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Trachyandesite and Argillite

The general Trachyandesite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. 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 Trachyandesite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Trachyandesite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Trachyandesite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trachyandesite and Argillite

The history of Trachyandesite 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.

Trachyandesite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trachyandesite and Argillite

Along with Trachyandesite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Trachyandesite and Argillite. Etymology of Trachyandesite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trachyandesite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Trachyandesite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite while that of Argillite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trachyandesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trachyandesite and Argillite are listed below.

For Trachyandesite,

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

For Argillite,

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