Appinite and Norite Definition

Definition of Appinite and Norite

The general Appinite and Norite definition can be stated as: Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. 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 Appinite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Appinite and Norite. Get to know more information about Appinite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Appinite and Norite

The history of Appinite 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.

Appinite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Appinite and Norite

Along with Appinite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Appinite and Norite. Etymology of Appinite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Appinite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Appinite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple while that of Norite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Appinite and Norite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Appinite and Norite are listed below.

For Appinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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