Jasperoid and Norite Definition

Definition of Jasperoid and Norite

The general Jasperoid and Norite definition can be stated as: Jasperoid is a rare, peculiar type of metasomatic alteration of rocks. 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 Jasperoid and Norite, get to know about Properties of Jasperoid and Norite. Get to know more information about Jasperoid and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jasperoid and Norite

The history of Jasperoid 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.

Jasperoid and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jasperoid and Norite

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

For Jasperoid,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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