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Norite and Chert Definition


Chert and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   
Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture   

History
  
  

Origin
Norway   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   
From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Sedimentary Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Norite and Chert

The general Norite and Chert 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, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Norite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Norite and Chert. Get to know more information about Norite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Chert

The history of Norite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Chert

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

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