Shonkinite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Shonkinite and Larvikite

The general Shonkinite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. 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 Shonkinite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Shonkinite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Shonkinite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shonkinite and Larvikite

The history of Shonkinite 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.

Shonkinite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shonkinite and Larvikite

Along with Shonkinite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Shonkinite and Larvikite. Etymology of Shonkinite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shonkinite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Shonkinite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US while that of Larvikite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Shonkinite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shonkinite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Shonkinite,

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