Norite and Gabbro Definition

Definition of Norite and Gabbro

The general Norite and Gabbro 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, Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. Along with definition of Norite and Gabbro, get to know about Properties of Norite and Gabbro. Get to know more information about Norite and Gabbro origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Gabbro

The history of Norite and Gabbro 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 Gabbro Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Gabbro

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

For Norite,

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

For Gabbro,

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