Norite and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Norite and Pyroxenite

The general Norite and Pyroxenite 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, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Norite and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Norite and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Pyroxenite

The history of Norite and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Pyroxenite

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

For Norite,

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

For Pyroxenite,

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