Norite and Rhomb Porphyry Definition

Definition of Norite and Rhomb Porphyry

The general Norite and Rhomb Porphyry 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, Rhomb-porphyry is a porphyritic igneous rock with abundant wedge or lens shaped anorthoclase or feldspar phenocrysts. Along with definition of Norite and Rhomb Porphyry, get to know about Properties of Norite and Rhomb Porphyry. Get to know more information about Norite and Rhomb Porphyry origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Rhomb Porphyry

The history of Norite and Rhomb Porphyry 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 Rhomb Porphyry Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Rhomb Porphyry

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

For Norite,

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

For Rhomb Porphyry,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock