Flint and Theralite Definition

Definition of Flint and Theralite

The general Flint and Theralite definition can be stated as: Flint is a hard type of sedimentary rock that produces a small piece of burning material when hit by steel. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Flint and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Flint and Theralite. Get to know more information about Flint and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Flint and Theralite

The history of Flint 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.

Flint and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Flint and Theralite

Along with Flint and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Flint and Theralite. Etymology of Flint and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Flint and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Flint is From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck while that of Theralite is From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Flint belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Flint and Theralite are listed below.

For Flint,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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