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Quartzite and Norite Definition


Norite and Quartzite Definition


Definition

Definition
Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone   
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   

History
  
  

Origin
Unknown   
Norway   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From quartz + -ite   
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Plutonic   

Other Categories
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Quartzite and Norite

The general Quartzite and Norite definition can be stated as: Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. 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 Quartzite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Norite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Quartzite and Norite

The history of Quartzite 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.

Quartzite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Norite

Along with Quartzite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Quartzite and Norite. Etymology of Quartzite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Quartzite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Quartzite is From quartz + -ite while that of Norite is From quartz + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Quartzite and Norite are listed below.

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