Vogesite and Norite Definition

Definition of Vogesite and Norite

The general Vogesite and Norite definition can be stated as: Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. 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 Vogesite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Vogesite and Norite. Get to know more information about Vogesite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Vogesite and Norite

The history of Vogesite 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.

Vogesite and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Vogesite and Norite

Along with Vogesite and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Vogesite and Norite. Etymology of Vogesite and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Vogesite and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Vogesite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple while that of Norite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Vogesite and Norite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Vogesite and Norite are listed below.

For Vogesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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