Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine
During the impact melted material forming a breccia containing glass and crystal or lithic fragments together form Suevite rock.
History
Origin
Norway
Canada, Germany
Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge
No etymologies found
Class
Igneous Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Family
Group
Plutonic
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Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock