Variolite and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Enderbite

The general Variolite and Enderbite 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, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Variolite and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Enderbite

The history of Variolite and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Enderbite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Enderbite,

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