Amphibolite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Theralite

The general Amphibolite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Theralite

The history of Amphibolite 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.

Amphibolite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Amphibolite and Theralite

Along with Amphibolite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Amphibolite and Theralite. Etymology of Amphibolite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Amphibolite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Amphibolite is From Amphibole + -ite while that of Theralite is From Amphibole + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Amphibolite and Theralite are listed below.

For Amphibolite,

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

For Theralite,

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