Larvikite and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Enderbite

The general Larvikite and Enderbite 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, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Larvikite and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Enderbite

The history of Larvikite and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Enderbite

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

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