Oolite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Theralite

The general Oolite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Oolite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Theralite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Theralite

Along with Oolite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Theralite. Etymology of Oolite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Theralite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Theralite are listed below.

For Oolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• 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