Larvikite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Chalk

The general Larvikite and Chalk 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, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Larvikite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Chalk

The history of Larvikite and Chalk 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 Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Chalk

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock