Larvikite and Lamprophyre Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Lamprophyre

The general Larvikite and Lamprophyre 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, Lamprophyre is uncommon igneous rocks primarily occurring as dikes, lopoliths, laccoliths, stocks and small intrusions. Along with definition of Larvikite and Lamprophyre, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Lamprophyre. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Lamprophyre origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Lamprophyre

The history of Larvikite and Lamprophyre 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 Lamprophyre Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Lamprophyre

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

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