Larvikite and Porphyry Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Porphyry

The general Larvikite and Porphyry 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, Porphyry is a reddish-brown to purple igneous rock containing large phenocrysts of various minerals embedded in a fine-grained matrix. Along with definition of Larvikite and Porphyry, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Porphyry. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Porphyry origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Porphyry

The history of Larvikite and Porphyry 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 Porphyry Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Porphyry

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

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