Itacolumite and Norite Definition

Definition of Itacolumite and Norite

The general Itacolumite and Norite definition can be stated as: A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. 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 Itacolumite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Itacolumite and Norite. Get to know more information about Itacolumite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Itacolumite and Norite

The history of Itacolumite 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.

Itacolumite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Itacolumite and Norite

Along with Itacolumite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Itacolumite and Norite. Etymology of Itacolumite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Itacolumite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Itacolumite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil while that of Norite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Itacolumite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Itacolumite and Norite are listed below.

For Itacolumite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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