Sovite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Larvikite

The general Sovite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. 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 Sovite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Larvikite

The history of Sovite 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.

Sovite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Larvikite

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

For Sovite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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