Diamictite and Norite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Norite

The general Diamictite and Norite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. 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 Diamictite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Norite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Norite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Norite

Along with Diamictite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Norite. Etymology of Diamictite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Norite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Norite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

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

For Norite,

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