Theralite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Theralite and Scoria

The general Theralite and Scoria definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Theralite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Theralite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Scoria

The history of Theralite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Scoria

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

For Theralite,

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

For Scoria,

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