Norite and Comendite Definition

Definition of Norite and Comendite

The general Norite and Comendite 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, Comendite is a hard, peralkaline igneous rock, a type of light blue grey rhyolite. Along with definition of Norite and Comendite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Comendite. Get to know more information about Norite and Comendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Comendite

The history of Norite and Comendite 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 Comendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Comendite

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

For Norite,

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

For Comendite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock