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Norite and Latite Definition


Latite and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine  
Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture  

History
  
  

Origin
Norway  
Italy  

Discoverer
Unknown  
Unknown  

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge  
From the Latin word latium  

Class
Igneous Rocks  
Igneous Rocks  

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock  
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness 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 Latite

The general Norite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Norite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Latite. Get to know more information about Norite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Latite

The history of Norite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Latite

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

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