Norite and Felsite Definition

Definition of Norite and Felsite

The general Norite and Felsite 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, Felsite is a very fine grained volcanic rock that may or may not contain larger crystals and light colored rock that typically requires petrographic examination or chemical analysis for more precise definition. Along with definition of Norite and Felsite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Felsite. Get to know more information about Norite and Felsite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Felsite

The history of Norite and Felsite 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 Felsite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Felsite

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

For Norite,

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

For Felsite,

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