Norite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Norite and Anorthosite

The general Norite and Anorthosite definition can be stated as: Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine. On the other hand, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Norite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Norite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Anorthosite

The history of Norite and Anorthosite 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.

Norite and Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Anorthosite

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

For Norite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Anorthosite,

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