Theralite and Dunite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Dunite

The general Theralite and Dunite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. Along with definition of Theralite and Dunite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Dunite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Dunite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Dunite

The history of Theralite and Dunite 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 Dunite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Dunite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Dunite,

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