Siltstone and Theralite Definition

Definition of Siltstone and Theralite

The general Siltstone and Theralite definition can be stated as: Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Siltstone and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Siltstone and Theralite. Get to know more information about Siltstone and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Siltstone and Theralite

The history of Siltstone 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.

Siltstone and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Siltstone and Theralite

Along with Siltstone and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Siltstone and Theralite. Etymology of Siltstone and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Siltstone and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Siltstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz while that of Theralite is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Siltstone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Siltstone and Theralite are listed below.

For Siltstone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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