Norite and Nepheline Syenite Definition

Definition of Norite and Nepheline Syenite

The general Norite and Nepheline Syenite 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, Nepheline Syenite is a holocrystalline plutonic rock resembling syenite but containing nepheline and lacking quartz. Along with definition of Norite and Nepheline Syenite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Nepheline Syenite. Get to know more information about Norite and Nepheline Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Nepheline Syenite

The history of Norite and Nepheline Syenite 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 Nepheline Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Nepheline Syenite

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

For Norite,

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

For Nepheline Syenite,

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