Picrite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Picrite and Variolite

The general Picrite and Variolite definition can be stated as: Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. 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 Picrite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Picrite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Picrite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Picrite and Variolite

The history of Picrite 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.

Picrite and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Picrite and Variolite

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

For Picrite,

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

For Variolite,

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