Larvikite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Epidosite

The general Larvikite and Epidosite 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, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Larvikite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Epidosite

The history of Larvikite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Epidosite

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

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