Rapakivi Granite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Rapakivi Granite and Theralite

The general Rapakivi Granite and Theralite definition can be stated as: Rapakivi Granite is a hornblende-biotite Granite containing large rounded crystals of orthoclase which are mantled with oligoclase. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Rapakivi Granite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Rapakivi Granite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Rapakivi Granite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Rapakivi Granite and Theralite

The history of Rapakivi Granite 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.

Rapakivi Granite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Rapakivi Granite and Theralite

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

For Rapakivi Granite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Theralite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock