Conglomerate and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Larvikite

The general Conglomerate and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. 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 Conglomerate and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Larvikite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Larvikite

Along with Conglomerate and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Larvikite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Larvikite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Larvikite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

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