Larvikite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Diorite

The general Larvikite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Larvikite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Diorite

The history of Larvikite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Diorite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock