Soapstone and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Soapstone and Larvikite

The general Soapstone and Larvikite definition can be stated as: It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. 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 Soapstone and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Soapstone and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Soapstone and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Soapstone and Larvikite

The history of Soapstone 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.

Soapstone and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Soapstone and Larvikite

Along with Soapstone and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Soapstone and Larvikite. Etymology of Soapstone and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Soapstone and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Soapstone is From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap while that of Larvikite is From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Soapstone belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Soapstone and Larvikite are listed below.

For Soapstone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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