Theralite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Granulite

The general Theralite and Granulite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Theralite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Granulite

The history of Theralite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Granulite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Granulite,

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