Larvikite and Hawaiite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Hawaiite

The general Larvikite and Hawaiite 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, Hawaiite is volcanic rock that resembles basalt. It is an olivine basalt with intermediate composition between alkali olivine and mugearite. Along with definition of Larvikite and Hawaiite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Hawaiite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Hawaiite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Hawaiite

The history of Larvikite and Hawaiite 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 Hawaiite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Hawaiite

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

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