Borolanite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Borolanite and Theralite

The general Borolanite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Borolanite is a variety of Nepheline Syenite and belongs to igneous rocks and contains nepheline-alkali feldspar pseudomorphs which occur as conspicuous white spots in the dark rock matrix. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Borolanite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Borolanite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Borolanite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Borolanite and Theralite

The history of Borolanite 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.

Borolanite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Borolanite and Theralite

Along with Borolanite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Borolanite and Theralite. Etymology of Borolanite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Borolanite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Borolanite is From Alkalic Igneous complex near Loch Borralan in northwest Scotland while that of Theralite is From Alkalic Igneous complex near Loch Borralan in northwest Scotland. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Borolanite and Theralite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Borolanite and Theralite are listed below.

For Borolanite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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