Larvikite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Taconite

The general Larvikite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Larvikite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Taconite

The history of Larvikite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Taconite

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

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