Felsite and Norite Definition

Definition of Felsite and Norite

The general Felsite and Norite definition can be stated as: Felsite is a very fine grained volcanic rock that may or may not contain larger crystals and light colored rock that typically requires petrographic examination or chemical analysis for more precise definition. 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 Felsite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Felsite and Norite. Get to know more information about Felsite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Felsite and Norite

The history of Felsite 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.

Felsite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Felsite and Norite

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

For Felsite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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