Andesite and Norite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Norite

The general Andesite and Norite definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. On the other hand, Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine. Along with definition of Andesite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Norite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Norite

The history of Andesite and Norite 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.

Andesite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Norite

Along with Andesite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Andesite and Norite. Etymology of Andesite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Andesite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Andesite is From Andes mountains, where it is found in abundance while that of Norite is From Andes mountains, where it is found in abundance. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Andesite and Norite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Andesite and Norite are listed below.

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Norite,

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