Hornblendite and Norite Definition

Definition of Hornblendite and Norite

The general Hornblendite and Norite definition can be stated as: Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. 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 Hornblendite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Hornblendite and Norite. Get to know more information about Hornblendite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Hornblendite and Norite

The history of Hornblendite 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.

Hornblendite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Hornblendite and Norite

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

For Hornblendite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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