Variolite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Variolite and Turbidite

The general Variolite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Variolite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Variolite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Variolite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Variolite and Turbidite

The history of Variolite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Variolite and Turbidite

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

For Variolite,

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

For Turbidite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock