Phonolite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Larvikite

The general Phonolite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. 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 Phonolite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Larvikite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Larvikite

Along with Phonolite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Larvikite. Etymology of Phonolite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Larvikite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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