Variolite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Dolomite

The general Variolite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Variolite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Dolomite

The history of Variolite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Dolomite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock