Oolite and Norite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Norite

The general Oolite and Norite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. On the other hand, Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine. Along with definition of Oolite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Norite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Norite

The history of Oolite and Norite 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.

Oolite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Norite

Along with Oolite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Norite. Etymology of Oolite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Norite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Norite are listed below.

For Oolite,

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

For Norite,

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