Norite and Troctolite Definition

Definition of Norite and Troctolite

The general Norite and Troctolite 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, Troctolite is a mafic intrusive rock type. It consists essentially of major but variable amounts of olivine and calcic plagioclase along with minor pyroxene. It is an olivine-rich anorthosite, or a pyroxene-depleted relative of gabbro. Along with definition of Norite and Troctolite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Troctolite. Get to know more information about Norite and Troctolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Troctolite

The history of Norite and Troctolite 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 Troctolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Troctolite

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

For Norite,

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

For Troctolite,

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