Monzogranite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Larvikite

The general Monzogranite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. 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 Monzogranite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Larvikite

The history of Monzogranite 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.

Monzogranite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Larvikite

Along with Monzogranite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzogranite and Larvikite. Etymology of Monzogranite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzogranite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Monzogranite is From its mineral content while that of Larvikite is From its mineral content. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzogranite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzogranite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Monzogranite,

• 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