Norite and Serpentinite Definition

Definition of Norite and Serpentinite

The general Norite and Serpentinite 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, A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. Along with definition of Norite and Serpentinite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Serpentinite. Get to know more information about Norite and Serpentinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Serpentinite

The history of Norite and Serpentinite 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 Serpentinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Serpentinite

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

For Norite,

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

For Serpentinite,

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