Gabbro and Norite Definition

Definition of Gabbro and Norite

The general Gabbro and Norite definition can be stated as: Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. 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 Gabbro and Norite, get to know about Properties of Gabbro and Norite. Get to know more information about Gabbro and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gabbro and Norite

The history of Gabbro 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.

Gabbro and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gabbro and Norite

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

For Gabbro,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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