Variolite and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Mangerite

The general Variolite and Mangerite 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, Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. Along with definition of Variolite and Mangerite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Mangerite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Mangerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Mangerite

The history of Variolite and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Mangerite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Mangerite,

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