Monzonite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Larvikite

The general Monzonite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. 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 Monzonite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Larvikite

The history of Monzonite 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.

Monzonite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Larvikite

Along with Monzonite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzonite and Larvikite. Etymology of Monzonite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzonite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Monzonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1 while that of Larvikite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzonite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzonite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Monzonite,

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