Larvikite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Nephelinite

The general Larvikite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Larvikite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Nephelinite

The history of Larvikite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Nephelinite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock