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Larvikite and Monzogranite 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
Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Larvik, Norway
Unknown
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 its mineral content
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, Opaque Rock

Definition of Larvikite and Monzogranite

The general Larvikite and Monzogranite 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, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Larvikite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Monzogranite

The history of Larvikite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Monzogranite

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

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