Theralite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Vogesite

The general Theralite and Vogesite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. On the other hand, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Theralite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Vogesite

The history of Theralite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Vogesite

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

For Theralite,

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

For Vogesite,

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