Norite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Norite and Basanite 

The general Norite and Basanite  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, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Norite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Norite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Norite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Basanite 

The history of Norite and Basanite  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 Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Basanite 

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

For Norite,

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

For Basanite ,

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