Conglomerate and Theralite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Theralite

The general Conglomerate and Theralite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Theralite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Theralite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Theralite

Along with Conglomerate and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Theralite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Theralite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Theralite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

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

For Theralite,

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