Norite and Novaculite Definition

Definition of Norite and Novaculite

The general Norite and Novaculite 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, Novaculite is a dense, hard, fine-grained, siliceous metamorpic rock which is a type of chert that breaks with conchoidal fracture. Along with definition of Norite and Novaculite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Novaculite. Get to know more information about Norite and Novaculite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Novaculite

The history of Norite and Novaculite 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 Novaculite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Novaculite

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

For Norite,

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

For Novaculite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock