All about Norite and Skarn Properties
Know all about Norite and Skarn properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Skarn appears Dull. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Skarn is waxy and dull. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Skarn is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo).