Norite and Kenyte Definition

Definition of Norite and Kenyte

The general Norite and Kenyte 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, Kenyte is a variety of porphyritic phonolite or trachyte rock with rhomb shaped phenocrysts of anorthoclase with variable olivine and augite in a glassy matrix. Along with definition of Norite and Kenyte, get to know about Properties of Norite and Kenyte. Get to know more information about Norite and Kenyte origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Kenyte

The history of Norite and Kenyte 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 Kenyte Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Kenyte

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

For Norite,

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

For Kenyte,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock