Larvikite and Serpentinite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Serpentinite

The general Larvikite and Serpentinite 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, A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. Along with definition of Larvikite and Serpentinite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Serpentinite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Serpentinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Serpentinite

The history of Larvikite and Serpentinite 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 Serpentinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Serpentinite

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

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