Foidolite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Larvikite

The general Foidolite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. 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 Foidolite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Larvikite

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Larvikite

Along with Foidolite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Larvikite. Etymology of Foidolite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Larvikite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

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