Diorite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Diorite and Variolite

The general Diorite and Variolite definition can be stated as: Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. 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 Diorite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Diorite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Diorite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diorite and Variolite

The history of Diorite 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.

Diorite and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diorite and Variolite

Along with Diorite and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Diorite and Variolite. Etymology of Diorite and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diorite and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Diorite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish while that of Variolite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diorite and Variolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diorite and Variolite are listed below.

For Diorite,

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

For Variolite,

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