Variolite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Hornblendite

The general Variolite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Variolite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Hornblendite

The history of Variolite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Hornblendite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Hornblendite,

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