Variolite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Granodiorite

The general Variolite and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: 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. On the other hand, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Variolite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Granodiorite

The history of Variolite and Granodiorite 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.

Variolite and Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Granodiorite

Along with Variolite and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Variolite and Granodiorite. Etymology of Variolite and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Variolite and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Variolite is From Latin varius, speckled, variegated while that of Granodiorite is From Latin varius, speckled, variegated. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Variolite and Granodiorite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Variolite and Granodiorite are listed below.

For Variolite,

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

For Granodiorite,

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