Larvikite and Oolite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Oolite

The general Larvikite and Oolite 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, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Along with definition of Larvikite and Oolite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Oolite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Oolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Oolite

The history of Larvikite and Oolite 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 Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Oolite

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

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