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Diatomite and Theralite Definition


Theralite and Diatomite Definition


Definition

Definition
Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth   
Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline   

History
  
  

Origin
Germany   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From diatom + -ite1   
From Greek to pursue   

Class
Sedimentary Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Plutonic   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Diatomite and Theralite

The general Diatomite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Diatomite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Diatomite and Theralite

The history of Diatomite 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.

Diatomite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Theralite

Along with Diatomite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Diatomite and Theralite. Etymology of Diatomite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diatomite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Diatomite is From diatom + -ite1 while that of Theralite is From diatom + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diatomite and Theralite are listed below.

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