Variolite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Monzonite

The general Variolite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Variolite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Monzonite

The history of Variolite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Monzonite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Monzonite,

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