Larvikite and Pegmatite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Pegmatite

The general Larvikite and Pegmatite 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, Pegmatite rock is a holocrystalline, intrusive igneous rock which is composed of interlocking phaneritic crystals. Along with definition of Larvikite and Pegmatite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Pegmatite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Pegmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Pegmatite

The history of Larvikite and Pegmatite 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 Pegmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Pegmatite

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

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