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Norite and Syenite Definition

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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine
Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Norway
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge
From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Norite and Syenite

The general Norite and Syenite 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, Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. Along with definition of Norite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Norite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Norite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Syenite

The history of Norite and Syenite 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 Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Syenite

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

For Norite,

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

For Syenite,

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