Larvikite and Teschenite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Teschenite

The general Larvikite and Teschenite 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, Teschenite is coarse- to fine-grained, dark-coloured intrusive igneous rock that usually occurs in sills, dikes and irregular masses and is always altered to some extent. Along with definition of Larvikite and Teschenite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Teschenite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Teschenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Teschenite

The history of Larvikite and Teschenite 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 Teschenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Teschenite

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

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