Norite and Gossan

All about Norite and Gossan Properties

Know all about Norite and Gossan properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Gossan belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Gossan is Rough, Sandy. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Gossan appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Gossan is metallic. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Gossan is available in brown, brown- black, gold, green, rust colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Gossan are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, gemstone.