Turbidite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Argillite

The general Turbidite and Argillite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. 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 Turbidite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Argillite

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

Turbidite and Argillite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Turbidite and Argillite. In this section, you will know about Turbidite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins whereas Origin of Argillite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Turbidite and Argillite discoverer. The Discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma and the discoverer of Argillite is Unknown.

Etymology of Turbidite and Argillite

Along with Turbidite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Argillite. Etymology of Turbidite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Argillite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Argillite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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