Larvikite and Metapelite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Metapelite

The general Larvikite and Metapelite 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, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Larvikite and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Metapelite

The history of Larvikite and Metapelite 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 Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Metapelite

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

• 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