Norite and Tuff

All about Norite and Tuff Properties

Know all about Norite and Tuff properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite and Tuff belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Tuff is Clastic, Pyroclastic. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Tuff appears Dull, Vesicular and Foilated. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Tuff is vitreous to dull. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Tuff is available in brown, grey, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Tuff are creating artwork.