Yes, to an extent. Shale chips off in long, slender pieces, and is sedimentary rock, which clues in to why it's so breakable (sedimentary is the softest type of rock).
Shale is generally more resistant to erosion compared to other rock types like sandstone due to its fine-grained nature and ability to compact tightly. However, shale can still erode over time through processes such as weathering, rainfall, and freeze-thaw cycles.
Soft, fragile rock is commonly referred to as "shale." Shale is a sedimentary rock composed primarily of clay minerals and silt-sized particles, making it relatively soft and easily breakable. Due to its fine-grained nature, shale can easily be split into thin layers, which is a characteristic feature of this rock type.
A simple test to determine if shale is formed from clay is to perform a water test. When shale is soaked in water, it will swell and may disintegrate, indicating the presence of clay minerals. Additionally, if the shale can be easily molded into a shape when wet, this suggests a high clay content, as clay minerals are plastic when wet. This test highlights the characteristic properties of clay that contribute to the formation of shale.
Shale that is exposed to high temperature and pressure and turned to slate is an example of the metamorphic process.
Shale rocks are formed in the deep waters of swaps, oceans and lakes where the water is still and the fine clay and silt particles are able to settle to the floor. Shale rocks can easily erode due to weathering.
Shale & Limestone !
Shale & Limestone !
Shale & Limestone !
A rock that is extremely flaky and breaks easily is likely to be shale. Shale is a sedimentary rock made up of fine-grained clay minerals that easily split into thin layers.
No i believe that Shale is considered a Clastic rock because it is made up of small pieces of other broken rocks.
Mica and shale
YES!It can be broken easily.
yes they can be easily broken
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Shale usually crumbles easily because it is composed of fine-grained clay minerals that lack cohesion. The rock's sedimentary nature means it has undergone compaction and cementation relatively less than harder rocks like sandstone or limestone. This makes shale prone to breaking into small pieces when stressed.
Not Easily Broken was created on 2009-01-09.
Not Easily Broken was released on 01/09/2009.