Vogesite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Vogesite and Argillite

The general Vogesite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. 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 Vogesite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Vogesite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Vogesite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Vogesite and Argillite

The history of Vogesite 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.

Vogesite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Vogesite and Argillite

Along with Vogesite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Vogesite and Argillite. Etymology of Vogesite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Vogesite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Vogesite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple while that of Argillite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Vogesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Vogesite and Argillite are listed below.

For Vogesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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