Theralite and Flint Definition

Definition of Theralite and Flint

The general Theralite and Flint definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Flint is a hard type of sedimentary rock that produces a small piece of burning material when hit by steel. Along with definition of Theralite and Flint, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Flint. Get to know more information about Theralite and Flint origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Flint

The history of Theralite and Flint 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 Flint Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Flint

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

For Theralite,

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

For Flint,

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