Dunite and Norite Definition

Definition of Dunite and Norite

The general Dunite and Norite definition can be stated as: Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. 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 Dunite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Dunite and Norite. Get to know more information about Dunite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dunite and Norite

The history of Dunite 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.

Dunite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dunite and Norite

Along with Dunite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Dunite and Norite. Etymology of Dunite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dunite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Dunite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1 while that of Norite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dunite and Norite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dunite and Norite are listed below.

For Dunite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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