Variolite and Hyaloclastite  Definition

Definition of Variolite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Variolite and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Variolite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Variolite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Variolite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Variolite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Hyaloclastite 

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

For Variolite,

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

For Hyaloclastite  ,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock