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Larvikite and Larvikite 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
Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Larvik, Norway
Larvik, Norway
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 the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Larvikite and Larvikite

The general Larvikite and Larvikite 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, Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Larvikite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Larvikite

The history of Larvikite 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.

Larvikite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Larvikite

Along with Larvikite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Larvikite and Larvikite. Etymology of Larvikite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Larvikite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Larvikite is From the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found while that of Larvikite 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 and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Larvikite and Larvikite 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 Larvikite,

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