Anthracite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Anthracite and Larvikite

The general Anthracite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. 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 Anthracite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Anthracite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Anthracite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anthracite and Larvikite

The history of Anthracite 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.

Anthracite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anthracite and Larvikite

Along with Anthracite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Anthracite and Larvikite. Etymology of Anthracite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anthracite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Anthracite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal while that of Larvikite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anthracite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Anthracite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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