Aplite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Larvikite

The general Aplite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. 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 Aplite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Larvikite

The history of Aplite 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.

Aplite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Larvikite

Along with Aplite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Aplite and Larvikite. Etymology of Aplite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Aplite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Aplite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite while that of Larvikite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Aplite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Aplite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Aplite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Fine 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