Larvikite and Basalt Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Basalt

The general Larvikite and Basalt 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, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Larvikite and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Basalt. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Basalt

The history of Larvikite and Basalt 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 Basalt Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Basalt

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

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