Larvikite and Slate Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Slate

The general Larvikite and Slate 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, Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. Along with definition of Larvikite and Slate, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Slate. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Slate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Slate

The history of Larvikite and Slate 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 Slate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Slate

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

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