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Larvikite and Jaspillite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar
Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Larvik, Norway
Western Australia, Minnesota
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found
From Jaspilite (Mineral), a compact siliceous rock which resembles jasper
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Sedimentary Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Larvikite and Jaspillite

The general Larvikite and Jaspillite definition can be stated as: Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. On the other hand, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Larvikite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Jaspillite

The history of Larvikite and Jaspillite 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.

Larvikite and Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Jaspillite

Along with Larvikite and Jaspillite definition, know more about the etymology of Larvikite and Jaspillite. Etymology of Larvikite and Jaspillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Larvikite and Formation of Jaspillite. The etymology of Larvikite is From the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found while that of Jaspillite is From the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jaspillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Larvikite and Jaspillite are listed below.

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

For Jaspillite,

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