Foidolite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Theralite

The general Foidolite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Foidolite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Theralite

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Theralite

Along with Foidolite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Theralite. Etymology of Foidolite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Theralite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite and Theralite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Theralite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

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