Theralite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Eclogite

The general Theralite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Theralite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Eclogite

The history of Theralite and Eclogite 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 Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Eclogite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock