Variolite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Jaspillite

The general Variolite and Jaspillite 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, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Variolite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Jaspillite

The history of Variolite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Jaspillite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Jaspillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock