Norite and Minette Definition

Definition of Norite and Minette

The general Norite and Minette 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, Minette is a variety of Lamprophyre and is porphyritic alkaline igneous rock which is mainly dominated by biotite and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Norite and Minette, get to know about Properties of Norite and Minette. Get to know more information about Norite and Minette origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Minette

The history of Norite and Minette 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 Minette Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Minette

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

For Norite,

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

For Minette,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock