Ijolite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Larvikite

The general Ijolite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. 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 Ijolite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Larvikite

The history of Ijolite 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.

Ijolite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Larvikite

Along with Ijolite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Larvikite. Etymology of Ijolite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Larvikite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

• 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