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Norite and Oolite Definition


Oolite and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine  
Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite  

History
  
  

Origin
Norway  
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Discoverer
Unknown  
William Smith  

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge  
From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime  

Class
Igneous Rocks  
Sedimentary Rocks  

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

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic  
Volcanic  

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

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Definition of Norite and Oolite

The general Norite and Oolite 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, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Along with definition of Norite and Oolite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Oolite. Get to know more information about Norite and Oolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Oolite

The history of Norite and Oolite 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 Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Oolite

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

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