Norite and Essexite  Definition

Definition of Norite and Essexite 

The general Norite and Essexite  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, Essexite which is also known as nepheline monzogabbro, is a dark gray or black holocrystalline plutonic Iigneous Rock. Along with definition of Norite and Essexite , get to know about Properties of Norite and Essexite . Get to know more information about Norite and Essexite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Essexite 

The history of Norite and Essexite  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 Essexite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Essexite 

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

For Norite,

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

For Essexite ,

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