Dolomite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Larvikite

The general Dolomite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. 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 Dolomite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Larvikite

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Larvikite

Along with Dolomite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Larvikite. Etymology of Dolomite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Larvikite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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