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Trondhjemite and Variolite Definition

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Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.
Tonale, Italy
Unknown
From Trondheim, Norway
Igneous Rocks
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Plutonic
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
 
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
France
Unknown
From Latin varius, speckled, variegated
Igneous Rocks
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Volcanic
Opaque Rock

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Trondhjemite and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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Etymology of Trondhjemite and Variolite

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