Theralite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Theralite and Gossan

The general Theralite and Gossan definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Theralite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Theralite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Gossan

The history of Theralite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Gossan

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

For Theralite,

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

For Gossan,

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