Skarn and Variolite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Variolite

The general Skarn and Variolite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Variolite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Variolite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Variolite

Along with Skarn and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Variolite. Etymology of Skarn and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Variolite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Variolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Variolite are listed below.

For Skarn,

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

For Variolite,

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