Harzburgite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Larvikite

The general Harzburgite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. 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 Harzburgite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Larvikite

The history of Harzburgite 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.

Harzburgite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Larvikite

Along with Harzburgite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Harzburgite and Larvikite. Etymology of Harzburgite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Harzburgite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Harzburgite is From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany while that of Larvikite is From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Harzburgite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Harzburgite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Harzburgite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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