Shale and Theralite Definition

Definition of Shale and Theralite

The general Shale and Theralite definition can be stated as: Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Shale and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Shale and Theralite. Get to know more information about Shale and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shale and Theralite

The history of Shale 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.

Shale and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shale and Theralite

Along with Shale and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Shale and Theralite. Etymology of Shale and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shale and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Shale is From German Schalstein laminated limestone, and Schalgebirge layer of stone in stratified rock. From Old English scealu in its base sense of- thing that divides or separate, while that of Theralite is From German Schalstein laminated limestone, and Schalgebirge layer of stone in stratified rock. From Old English scealu in its base sense of- thing that divides or separate,. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Shale belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shale and Theralite are listed below.

For Shale,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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