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Larvikite and Sovite Definition

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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
Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock
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
Not Available
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Soft 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 Sovite

The general Larvikite and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Larvikite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Sovite

The history of Larvikite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Sovite

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

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