Larvikite and Greenschist Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Greenschist

The general Larvikite and Greenschist 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, Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. Along with definition of Larvikite and Greenschist, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Greenschist. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Greenschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Greenschist

The history of Larvikite and Greenschist 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 Greenschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Greenschist

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

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