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Norite and Gossan Definition


Gossan and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   
Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.   

History
  
  

Origin
Norway   
Indonesia   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Cornish Gossen   

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   
From Cornish gossen from gos, blood from Old Cornish guit   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Norite and Gossan

The general Norite and Gossan 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, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Norite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Norite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Norite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Gossan

The history of Norite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Gossan

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

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