Soapstone and Theralite Definition

Definition of Soapstone and Theralite

The general Soapstone and Theralite definition can be stated as: It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. On the other hand, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Soapstone and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Soapstone and Theralite. Get to know more information about Soapstone and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Soapstone and Theralite

The history of Soapstone 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.

Soapstone and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Soapstone and Theralite

Along with Soapstone and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Soapstone and Theralite. Etymology of Soapstone and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Soapstone and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Soapstone is From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap while that of Theralite is From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Soapstone belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Soapstone and Theralite are listed below.

For Soapstone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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