Larvikite and Borolanite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Borolanite

The general Larvikite and Borolanite 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, Borolanite is a variety of Nepheline Syenite and belongs to igneous rocks and contains nepheline-alkali feldspar pseudomorphs which occur as conspicuous white spots in the dark rock matrix. Along with definition of Larvikite and Borolanite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Borolanite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Borolanite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Borolanite

The history of Larvikite and Borolanite 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 Borolanite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Borolanite

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

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