Travertine and Argillite Definition

Definition of Travertine and Argillite

The general Travertine and Argillite definition can be stated as: Travertine is a mineral consisting of layered calcium carbonate formed by deposition from spring waters. 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 Travertine and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Travertine and Argillite. Get to know more information about Travertine and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Travertine and Argillite

The history of Travertine 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.

Travertine and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Travertine and Argillite

Along with Travertine and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Travertine and Argillite. Etymology of Travertine and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Travertine and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Travertine is From Italian travertino a kind of building stone, from Tiburs, adjective from Tibur (Tivoli), in Italy while that of Argillite is From Italian travertino a kind of building stone, from Tiburs, adjective from Tibur (Tivoli), in Italy. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Travertine and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Travertine and Argillite are listed below.

For Travertine,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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