Theralite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Phyllite

The general Theralite and Phyllite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Theralite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Phyllite

The history of Theralite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Phyllite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Phyllite,

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