Theralite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Amphibolite

The general Theralite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Theralite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Amphibolite

The history of Theralite and Amphibolite 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.

Theralite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Amphibolite

Along with Theralite and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Theralite and Amphibolite. Etymology of Theralite and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Theralite and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Theralite is From Greek to pursue while that of Amphibolite is From Greek to pursue. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Theralite and Amphibolite are listed below.

For Theralite,

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

For Amphibolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock