Norite and Limestone Definition

Definition of Norite and Limestone

The general Norite and Limestone 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, Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed mostly of calcite and aragonite, which are different crystal forms of calcium carbonate. Along with definition of Norite and Limestone, get to know about Properties of Norite and Limestone. Get to know more information about Norite and Limestone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Limestone

The history of Norite and Limestone 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 Limestone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Limestone

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

For Norite,

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

For Limestone,

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