Theralite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Epidosite

The general Theralite and Epidosite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Theralite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Epidosite

The history of Theralite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Epidosite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Epidosite,

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