Whiteschist and Variolite Definition

Definition of Whiteschist and Variolite

The general Whiteschist and Variolite definition can be stated as: Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. 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 Whiteschist and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Whiteschist and Variolite. Get to know more information about Whiteschist and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Whiteschist and Variolite

The history of Whiteschist 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.

Whiteschist and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Whiteschist and Variolite

Along with Whiteschist and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Whiteschist and Variolite. Etymology of Whiteschist and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Whiteschist and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Whiteschist is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split while that of Variolite is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Variolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Whiteschist and Variolite are listed below.

For Whiteschist,

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

For Variolite,

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