Larvikite and Minette Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Minette

The general Larvikite and Minette 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, Minette is a variety of Lamprophyre and is porphyritic alkaline igneous rock which is mainly dominated by biotite and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Larvikite and Minette, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Minette. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Minette origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Minette

The history of Larvikite and Minette 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 Minette Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Minette

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

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