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Norite and Hyaloclastite  Definition


Hyaloclastite  and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   
Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment   

History
  
  

Origin
Norway   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   
From hyalo +‎ -ite   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Volcanic   

Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Norite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Norite and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Norite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Norite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Norite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Norite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Hyaloclastite 

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

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