Trondhjemite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Larvikite

The general Trondhjemite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. 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 Trondhjemite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Larvikite

The history of Trondhjemite 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.

Trondhjemite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Larvikite

Along with Trondhjemite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Trondhjemite and Larvikite. Etymology of Trondhjemite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trondhjemite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Trondhjemite is not available while that of Larvikite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trondhjemite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trondhjemite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Trondhjemite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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