Websterite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Argillite

The general Websterite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. 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 Websterite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Argillite

The history of Websterite 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.

Websterite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Argillite

Along with Websterite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Argillite. Etymology of Websterite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Argillite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Argillite are listed below.

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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