Norite and Greenschist Definition

Definition of Norite and Greenschist

The general Norite and Greenschist 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, Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. Along with definition of Norite and Greenschist, get to know about Properties of Norite and Greenschist. Get to know more information about Norite and Greenschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Greenschist

The history of Norite and Greenschist 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 Greenschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Greenschist

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

For Norite,

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

For Greenschist,

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