Shale and Norite Definition

Definition of Shale and Norite

The general Shale and Norite definition can be stated as: Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. 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 Shale and Norite, get to know about Properties of Shale and Norite. Get to know more information about Shale and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shale and Norite

The history of Shale 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.

Shale and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shale and Norite

Along with Shale and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Shale and Norite. Etymology of Shale and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shale and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Shale is From German Schalstein laminated limestone, and Schalgebirge layer of stone in stratified rock. From Old English scealu in its base sense of- thing that divides or separate, while that of Norite is From German Schalstein laminated limestone, and Schalgebirge layer of stone in stratified rock. From Old English scealu in its base sense of- thing that divides or separate,. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Shale belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shale and Norite are listed below.

For Shale,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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