Diorite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Diorite and Larvikite

The general Diorite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. On the other hand, Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Diorite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Diorite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Diorite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diorite and Larvikite

The history of Diorite and Larvikite 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.

Diorite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diorite and Larvikite

Along with Diorite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Diorite and Larvikite. Etymology of Diorite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diorite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Diorite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish while that of Larvikite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diorite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diorite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Diorite,

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

For Larvikite,

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