Larvikite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Phyllite

The general Larvikite and Phyllite 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, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Larvikite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Phyllite

The history of Larvikite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Phyllite

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

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