Larvikite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Laterite

The general Larvikite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Larvikite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Laterite

The history of Larvikite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Laterite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock