Norite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Norite and Nephelinite

The general Norite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Norite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Norite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Nephelinite

The history of Norite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Nephelinite

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

For Norite,

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

For Nephelinite,

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