The general Norite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Norite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Norite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Norite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Norite and Granodiorite. In this section, you will know about Norite and Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Norite is Norway whereas Origin of Granodiorite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Norite and Granodiorite discoverer. The discoverer of Norite and Granodiorite are Unknown.
Along with Norite and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Norite and Granodiorite. Etymology of Norite and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Norite and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Norite is From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge while that of Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Norite and Granodiorite are listed below.
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