Turbidite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Theralite

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

History of Turbidite and Theralite

The history of Turbidite and Theralite 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.

Turbidite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Theralite

Along with Turbidite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Theralite. Etymology of Turbidite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Theralite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Theralite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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

For Theralite,

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