Larvikite and Dacite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Dacite

The general Larvikite and Dacite 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, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Larvikite and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Dacite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Dacite

The history of Larvikite and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Dacite

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

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