Theralite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Picrite

The general Theralite and Picrite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Theralite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Picrite

The history of Theralite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Picrite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Picrite,

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