Luxullianite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Luxullianite and Larvikite

The general Luxullianite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. On the other hand, Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Luxullianite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Luxullianite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Luxullianite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Luxullianite and Larvikite

The history of Luxullianite and Larvikite 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.

Luxullianite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Luxullianite and Larvikite

Along with Luxullianite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Luxullianite and Larvikite. Etymology of Luxullianite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Luxullianite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Luxullianite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found while that of Larvikite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Luxullianite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Luxullianite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Luxullianite,

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

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