Larvikite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Eclogite

The general Larvikite and Eclogite 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, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Larvikite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Eclogite

The history of Larvikite and Eclogite 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 Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Eclogite

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

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