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Larvikite and Essexite  Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar
Essexite which is also known as nepheline monzogabbro, is a dark gray or black holocrystalline plutonic Iigneous Rock
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Larvik, Norway
USA
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the town of Larvik in Norway, where this type of igneous rock is found
From the locality in Essex County, Massachusetts,US
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Larvikite and Essexite 

The general Larvikite and Essexite  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, Essexite which is also known as nepheline monzogabbro, is a dark gray or black holocrystalline plutonic Iigneous Rock. Along with definition of Larvikite and Essexite , get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Essexite . Get to know more information about Larvikite and Essexite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Essexite 

The history of Larvikite and Essexite  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 Essexite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Essexite 

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

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