Larvikite and Chert Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Chert

The general Larvikite and Chert 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, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Larvikite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Chert. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Chert

The history of Larvikite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Chert

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

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