Larvikite and Websterite Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Websterite

The general Larvikite and Websterite 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, Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. Along with definition of Larvikite and Websterite, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Websterite. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Websterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Websterite

The history of Larvikite and Websterite 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 Websterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Websterite

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

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