Larvikite and Benmoreite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Benmoreite

The general Larvikite and Benmoreite 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, An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series. Along with definition of Larvikite and Benmoreite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Benmoreite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Benmoreite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Benmoreite

The history of Larvikite and Benmoreite 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 Benmoreite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Benmoreite

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

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