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Theralite and Luxullianite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline
Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
England
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From Greek to pursue
From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Theralite and Luxullianite

The general Theralite and Luxullianite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. Along with definition of Theralite and Luxullianite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Luxullianite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Luxullianite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Luxullianite

The history of Theralite and Luxullianite 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 Luxullianite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Luxullianite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Luxullianite,

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