Taconite and Norite Definition

Definition of Taconite and Norite

The general Taconite and Norite definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. 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 Taconite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Norite. Get to know more information about Taconite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Norite

The history of Taconite 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.

Taconite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Taconite and Norite

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

For Taconite,

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

For Norite,

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