Anthracite and Norite Definition

Definition of Anthracite and Norite

The general Anthracite and Norite definition can be stated as: Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. 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 Anthracite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Anthracite and Norite. Get to know more information about Anthracite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anthracite and Norite

The history of Anthracite 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.

Anthracite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anthracite and Norite

Along with Anthracite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Anthracite and Norite. Etymology of Anthracite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anthracite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Anthracite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal while that of Norite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anthracite and Norite are listed below.

For Anthracite,

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

For Norite,

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