Norite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Norite and Epidosite

The general Norite and Epidosite 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, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Norite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Norite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Epidosite

The history of Norite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Epidosite

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

For Norite,

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

For Epidosite,

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