Theralite and Metapelite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Metapelite

The general Theralite and Metapelite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Theralite and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Metapelite

The history of Theralite and Metapelite 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 Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Metapelite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Metapelite,

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