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Norite and Quartzite Definition


Quartzite and Norite Definition


Definition

Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   
Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone   

History
  
  

Origin
Norway   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   
From quartz + -ite   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Not Applicable   

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

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Definition of Norite and Quartzite

The general Norite and Quartzite 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, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Norite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Norite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Norite and Quartzite

The history of Norite and Quartzite 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 Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Quartzite

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

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