Norite and Migmatite Definition

Definition of Norite and Migmatite

The general Norite and Migmatite 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, Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. Along with definition of Norite and Migmatite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Migmatite. Get to know more information about Norite and Migmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Migmatite

The history of Norite and Migmatite 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 Migmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Migmatite

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

For Norite,

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

For Migmatite,

• 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