Schist and Norite Definition

Definition of Schist and Norite

The general Schist and Norite definition can be stated as: Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. 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 Schist and Norite, get to know about Properties of Schist and Norite. Get to know more information about Schist and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Schist and Norite

The history of Schist 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.

Schist and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Schist and Norite

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

For Schist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Norite,

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