Websterite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Variolite

The general Websterite and Variolite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Websterite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Variolite

The history of Websterite and Variolite 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.

Websterite and Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Variolite

Along with Websterite and Variolite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Variolite. Etymology of Websterite and Variolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Variolite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Variolite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite and Variolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Variolite are listed below.

For Websterite,

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

For Variolite,

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