Variolite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Diamictite

The general Variolite and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Variolite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Diamictite

The history of Variolite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Diamictite

Along with Variolite and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Variolite and Diamictite. Etymology of Variolite and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Variolite and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Variolite is From Latin varius, speckled, variegated while that of Diamictite 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 Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Variolite and Diamictite are listed below.

For Variolite,

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

For Diamictite,

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