Theralite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Turbidite

The general Theralite and Turbidite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Theralite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Turbidite

The history of Theralite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

Theralite and Turbidite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Theralite and Turbidite. In this section, you will know about Theralite and Turbidite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Theralite is Unknown whereas Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins. It is interesting to know the name of Theralite and Turbidite discoverer. The Discoverer of Theralite is Unknown and the discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma.

Etymology of Theralite and Turbidite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Turbidite,

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