Theralite and Trondhjemite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Trondhjemite

The general Theralite and Trondhjemite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Theralite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Trondhjemite

The history of Theralite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Trondhjemite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Trondhjemite,

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