Norite and Trachyte Definition

Definition of Norite and Trachyte

The general Norite and Trachyte 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, Trachyte is a grey fine-grained volcanic rock which mainly consists of alkali feldspar. Along with definition of Norite and Trachyte, get to know about Properties of Norite and Trachyte. Get to know more information about Norite and Trachyte origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Norite and Trachyte

The history of Norite and Trachyte 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 Trachyte Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Norite and Trachyte

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

For Norite,

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

For Trachyte,

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