Norite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Norite and Granulite

The general Norite and Granulite 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, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Norite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Norite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Granulite

The history of Norite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Granulite

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

For Norite,

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

For Granulite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock