Greenschist and Theralite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Theralite

The general Greenschist and Theralite definition can be stated as: Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Greenschist and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Theralite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Theralite

The history of Greenschist 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.

Greenschist and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Theralite

Along with Greenschist and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Theralite. Etymology of Greenschist and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Greenschist is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color while that of Theralite is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greenschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Theralite are listed below.

For Greenschist,

• 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