Vogesite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Vogesite and Theralite

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

History of Vogesite and Theralite

The history of Vogesite 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.

Vogesite and Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Vogesite and Theralite

Along with Vogesite and Theralite definition, know more about the etymology of Vogesite and Theralite. Etymology of Vogesite and Theralite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Vogesite and Formation of Theralite. The etymology of Vogesite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple while that of Theralite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Vogesite and Theralite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Vogesite and Theralite are listed below.

For Vogesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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