Variolite and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Pyroxenite

The general Variolite and Pyroxenite 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, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Variolite and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Pyroxenite

The history of Variolite and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Pyroxenite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Pyroxenite,

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