Chert and Theralite Definition

Definition of Chert and Theralite

The general Chert and Theralite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Chert and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Theralite. Get to know more information about Chert and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Theralite

The history of Chert and Theralite 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.

Chert and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Theralite

Along with Chert and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Theralite. Etymology of Chert and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Theralite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Theralite are listed below.

For Chert,

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

For Theralite,

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