Larvikite and Trachyandesite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Trachyandesite

The general Larvikite and Trachyandesite 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, Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. Along with definition of Larvikite and Trachyandesite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Trachyandesite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Trachyandesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Trachyandesite

The history of Larvikite and Trachyandesite 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 Trachyandesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Trachyandesite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock