Theralite and Basalt Definition

Definition of Theralite and Basalt

The general Theralite and Basalt definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Theralite and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Basalt. Get to know more information about Theralite and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Basalt

The history of Theralite and Basalt 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 Basalt Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Basalt

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

For Theralite,

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

For Basalt,

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