Conglomerate and Variolite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Variolite

The general Conglomerate and Variolite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. 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 Conglomerate and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Variolite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Variolite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Variolite

Along with Conglomerate and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Variolite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Variolite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Variolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Variolite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

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

For Variolite,

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