Skarn and Norite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Norite

The general Skarn and Norite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Norite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Norite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Norite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Norite

Along with Skarn and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Norite. Etymology of Skarn and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Norite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Norite are listed below.

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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