Syenite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Larvikite

The general Syenite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. 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 Syenite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Larvikite

The history of Syenite 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.

Syenite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Larvikite

Along with Syenite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Syenite and Larvikite. Etymology of Syenite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Syenite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Syenite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene while that of Larvikite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Syenite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Syenite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Syenite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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