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Norite and Mylonite Definition


Mylonite and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   
Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism   

History
  
  

Origin
Norway   
New Zealand   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   
From Greek mulōn mill + -ite   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

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

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Not Applicable   

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

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Definition of Norite and Mylonite

The general Norite and Mylonite 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, Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism. Along with definition of Norite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Norite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Mylonite

The history of Norite and Mylonite 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 Mylonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Mylonite

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

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