Dolomite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Theralite

The general Dolomite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Dolomite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Theralite

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Theralite

Along with Dolomite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Theralite. Etymology of Dolomite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Theralite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Theralite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

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