Variolite and Granite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Granite

The general Variolite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Variolite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Granite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Granite

The history of Variolite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Granite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Granite,

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