Norite and Evaporite Definition

Definition of Norite and Evaporite

The general Norite and Evaporite 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, A water-soluble mineral sediment resulting from concentration and crystallization by evaporation from an aqueous solution. Along with definition of Norite and Evaporite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Evaporite. Get to know more information about Norite and Evaporite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Evaporite

The history of Norite and Evaporite 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 Evaporite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Evaporite

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

For Norite,

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

For Evaporite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock