Results for: Slate
In Science

What is slate?

Slate is shale that has been subjected to heat and intense pressure deep under the surface, usually in plate collision settings. Slate is a metamorphic rock. It is created by … (MORE)
In Science

How do you get slate?

Slate is formed when clay is squashed under extreme temperature and pressure under the Earth. You can't make it at home!
In Building and Carpentry

What is a slate roof?

Slate which is a type of stone is used for the roof tiles instead of shingles. It splits in thin sheets and is nailed to the roof the same as regular asphalt shingles.
In Geology

What is the hardness of slate?

Slate is a rock of mixed mineral composition and does therefore does not possess a uniform Mohs hardness. Because of varying porosity along with other factors, the elastic mod… (MORE)
In Geology

Where can you find slate?

If you mean in general, Slate is a regionally-metamorphosed mudstone; i.e, altered by pressure at low temperature. If also heated sufficiently it becomes Schist. In the UK, … (MORE)
In Geology

What is the slate rock?

Slate is formed when shale is put under pressure. It's therefore classified as a metamorphic rock.