Skarn and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Larvikite

The general Skarn and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Larvikite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Larvikite

Along with Skarn and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Larvikite. Etymology of Skarn and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Larvikite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Larvikite are listed below.

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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