Norite and Sandstone Definition

Definition of Norite and Sandstone

The general Norite and Sandstone 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, Sandstone is defined as a rock which is composed of sand-sized grains of various minerals mostly of uniform size and often are smooth and rounded. Along with definition of Norite and Sandstone, get to know about Properties of Norite and Sandstone. Get to know more information about Norite and Sandstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Sandstone

The history of Norite and Sandstone 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 Sandstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Sandstone

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

For Norite,

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

For Sandstone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock