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Norite and Peridotite Definition


Peridotite and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   
Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle   

History
  
  

Origin
Norway   
Pike County, U.S   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   
From French, from peridot +‎ -ite   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

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

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Plutonic   

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

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Definition of Norite and Peridotite

The general Norite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Norite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Norite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Peridotite

The history of Norite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Peridotite

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

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