Theralite and Lherzolite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Lherzolite

The general Theralite and Lherzolite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Lherzolite is a type of ultramafic igneous rock which contains essential olivine and clinopyroxene and orthopyroxene in equal proportions. Along with definition of Theralite and Lherzolite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Lherzolite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Lherzolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Lherzolite

The history of Theralite and Lherzolite 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 Lherzolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Lherzolite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Lherzolite,

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