Variolite and Latite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Latite

The general Variolite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Variolite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Latite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Latite

The history of Variolite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Latite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Latite,

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