Diamictite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Larvikite

The general Diamictite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. 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 Diamictite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Larvikite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Larvikite

Along with Diamictite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Larvikite. Etymology of Diamictite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Larvikite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

• 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