Itacolumite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Itacolumite and Variolite

The general Itacolumite and Variolite definition can be stated as: A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. On the other hand, Variolites are a group of dark green basic igneous rocks which exhibit pale colored spots, or spherules, especially on weathered surfaces, that give them a pockmarked appearance. Along with definition of Itacolumite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Itacolumite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Itacolumite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Itacolumite and Variolite

The history of Itacolumite and Variolite 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.

Itacolumite and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Itacolumite and Variolite

Along with Itacolumite and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Itacolumite and Variolite. Etymology of Itacolumite and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Itacolumite and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Itacolumite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil while that of Variolite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Itacolumite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Variolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Itacolumite and Variolite are listed below.

For Itacolumite,

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

For Variolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock