Granodiorite and Norite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Norite

The general Granodiorite and Norite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. 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 Granodiorite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Norite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Norite

The history of Granodiorite 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.

Granodiorite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Norite

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

For Granodiorite,

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