Variolite and Conglomerate Definition

Definition of Variolite and Conglomerate

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

History of Variolite and Conglomerate

The history of Variolite and Conglomerate 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.

Variolite and Conglomerate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Conglomerate

Along with Variolite and Conglomerate definition, know more about the etymology of Variolite and Conglomerate. Etymology of Variolite and Conglomerate gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Variolite and Formation of Conglomerate. The etymology of Variolite is From Latin varius, speckled, variegated while that of Conglomerate is From Latin varius, speckled, variegated. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Variolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Variolite and Conglomerate are listed below.

For Variolite,

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

For Conglomerate,

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