Variolite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Peridotite

The general Variolite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Variolite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Peridotite

The history of Variolite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Peridotite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Peridotite,

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