Larvikite and Whiteschist Definition

Definition of Larvikite and Whiteschist

The general Larvikite and Whiteschist 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, Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. Along with definition of Larvikite and Whiteschist, get to know about Properties of Larvikite and Whiteschist. Get to know more information about Larvikite and Whiteschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Larvikite and Whiteschist

The history of Larvikite and Whiteschist 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 Whiteschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Larvikite and Whiteschist

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock