Flint and Norite Definition

Definition of Flint and Norite

The general Flint and Norite definition can be stated as: Flint is a hard type of sedimentary rock that produces a small piece of burning material when hit by steel. 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 Flint and Norite, get to know about Properties of Flint and Norite. Get to know more information about Flint and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Flint and Norite

The history of Flint 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.

Flint and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Flint and Norite

Along with Flint and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Flint and Norite. Etymology of Flint and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Flint and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Flint is From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck while that of Norite is From Old English flint - a type of rock mainly known for high hardness and for giving off sparks when struck. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Flint belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Flint and Norite are listed below.

For Flint,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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