The general Norite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Norite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Norite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Norite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Norite and Hornblendite. In this section, you will know about Norite and Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Norite is Norway whereas Origin of Hornblendite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Norite and Hornblendite discoverer. The discoverer of Norite and Hornblendite are Unknown.
Along with Norite and Hornblendite definition, know more about the etymology of Norite and Hornblendite. Etymology of Norite and Hornblendite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Norite and Formation of Hornblendite. The etymology of Norite is From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge while that of Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Norite and Hornblendite are listed below.
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