Oolite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Larvikite

The general Oolite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. 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 Oolite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Larvikite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Larvikite

Along with Oolite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Larvikite. Etymology of Oolite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Larvikite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Oolite,

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