Larvikite and Granite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Granite

The general Larvikite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Larvikite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Granite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Granite

The history of Larvikite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Granite

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

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