Anorthosite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Anorthosite and Variolite

The general Anorthosite and Variolite definition can be stated as: Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. 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 Anorthosite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Anorthosite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Anorthosite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anorthosite and Variolite

The history of Anorthosite 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.

Anorthosite and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anorthosite and Variolite

Along with Anorthosite and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Anorthosite and Variolite. Etymology of Anorthosite and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anorthosite and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Anorthosite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1 while that of Variolite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anorthosite and Variolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anorthosite and Variolite are listed below.

For Anorthosite,

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

For Variolite,

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