Websterite and Shale Definition

Definition of Websterite and Shale

The general Websterite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Websterite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Shale. Get to know more information about Websterite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Shale

The history of Websterite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Shale

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

For Websterite,

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

For Shale,

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