Theralite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Appinite

The general Theralite and Appinite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Theralite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Appinite

The history of Theralite and Appinite 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 Appinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Appinite

Along with Theralite and Appinite definition, know more about the etymology of Theralite and Appinite. Etymology of Theralite and Appinite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Theralite and Formation of Appinite. The etymology of Theralite is From Greek to pursue while that of Appinite 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 and Appinite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Theralite and Appinite are listed below.

For Theralite,

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

For Appinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock