The general Marl and Norite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. 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 Marl and Norite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Norite. Get to know more information about Marl and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Marl 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.
Marl and Norite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Marl and Norite. In this section, you will know about Marl and Norite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Marl is Unknown whereas Origin of Norite is Norway. It is interesting to know the name of Marl and Norite discoverer. The discoverer of Marl and Norite are Unknown.
Along with Marl and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Norite. Etymology of Marl and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Norite is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Norite are listed below.
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