Turbidite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Larvikite

The general Turbidite and Larvikite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. 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 Turbidite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Larvikite

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Larvikite

Along with Turbidite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Larvikite. Etymology of Turbidite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Larvikite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Larvikite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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