Larvikite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Appinite

The general Larvikite and Appinite 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, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Larvikite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Appinite

The history of Larvikite and Appinite 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 Appinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Appinite

Along with Larvikite and Appinite definition, know more about the etymology of Larvikite and Appinite. Etymology of Larvikite and Appinite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Larvikite and Formation of Appinite. The etymology of Larvikite is From the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found while that of Appinite 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 Appinite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Larvikite and Appinite 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 Appinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock