Variolite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Sovite

The general Variolite and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Variolite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Sovite

The history of Variolite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Sovite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Sovite,

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