Larvikite and Mudstone Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Mudstone

The general Larvikite and Mudstone 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, Mudstone is a fine-grained, dark gray sedimentary rock, which is formed from silt and clay and is similar to shale but has less laminations. Along with definition of Larvikite and Mudstone, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Mudstone. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Mudstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Mudstone

The history of Larvikite and Mudstone 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 Mudstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Mudstone

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

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