Variolite and Dunite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Dunite

The general Variolite and Dunite 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, Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. Along with definition of Variolite and Dunite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Dunite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Dunite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Dunite

The history of Variolite and Dunite 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 Dunite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Dunite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Dunite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock