Norite and Metapelite Definition

Definition of Norite and Metapelite

The general Norite and Metapelite 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, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Norite and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Norite and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Metapelite

The history of Norite and Metapelite 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 Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Metapelite

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

For Norite,

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

For Metapelite,

• 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