Larvikite and Andesite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Andesite

The general Larvikite and Andesite definition can be stated as: Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. On the other hand, Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. Along with definition of Larvikite and Andesite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Andesite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Andesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Andesite

The history of Larvikite and Andesite 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.

Larvikite and Andesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Andesite

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

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock