Larvikite and Trondhjemite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Trondhjemite

The general Larvikite and Trondhjemite 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, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Larvikite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Trondhjemite

The history of Larvikite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Trondhjemite

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

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