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Norite and Foidolite Definition

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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine
Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Norway
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge
From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Norite and Foidolite

The general Norite and Foidolite definition can be stated as: Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine. On the other hand, Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. Along with definition of Norite and Foidolite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Foidolite. Get to know more information about Norite and Foidolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Foidolite

The history of Norite and Foidolite 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.

Norite and Foidolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Foidolite

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

For Norite,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
  • Group: Plutonic
  • Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Foidolite,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
  • Group: Plutonic
  • Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock