Variolite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Laterite

The general Variolite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Variolite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Laterite

The history of Variolite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Laterite

Along with Variolite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Variolite and Laterite. Etymology of Variolite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Variolite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Variolite is From Latin varius, speckled, variegated while that of Laterite 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 belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Variolite and Laterite are listed below.

For Variolite,

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

For Laterite,

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