Diorite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Diorite and Theralite

The general Diorite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Diorite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Diorite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Diorite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diorite and Theralite

The history of Diorite 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.

Diorite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diorite and Theralite

Along with Diorite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Diorite and Theralite. Etymology of Diorite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diorite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Diorite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish while that of Theralite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diorite and Theralite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diorite and Theralite are listed below.

For Diorite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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