Peridotite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Peridotite and Larvikite

The general Peridotite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. 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 Peridotite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Peridotite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Peridotite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Peridotite and Larvikite

The history of Peridotite 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.

Peridotite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Peridotite and Larvikite

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

For Peridotite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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