Foidolite and Norite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Norite

The general Foidolite and Norite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. 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 Foidolite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Norite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Norite

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Norite

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

For Foidolite,

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

For Norite,

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