Theralite and Pumice Definition

Definition of Theralite and Pumice

The general Theralite and Pumice definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Pumice is a volcanic rock that consists of highly vesicular rough textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals. Along with definition of Theralite and Pumice, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Pumice. Get to know more information about Theralite and Pumice origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Pumice

The history of Theralite and Pumice 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 Pumice Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Pumice

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

For Theralite,

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

For Pumice,

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