Mugearite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Mugearite and Larvikite

The general Mugearite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. 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 Mugearite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Mugearite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Mugearite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mugearite and Larvikite

The history of Mugearite 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.

Mugearite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mugearite and Larvikite

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

For Mugearite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: 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