Whiteschist and Norite Definition

Definition of Whiteschist and Norite

The general Whiteschist and Norite definition can be stated as: Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. 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 Whiteschist and Norite, get to know about Properties of Whiteschist and Norite. Get to know more information about Whiteschist and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Whiteschist and Norite

The history of Whiteschist 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.

Whiteschist and Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Whiteschist and Norite

Along with Whiteschist and Norite definition, know more about the etymology of Whiteschist and Norite. Etymology of Whiteschist and Norite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Whiteschist and Formation of Norite. The etymology of Whiteschist 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. Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Whiteschist and Norite are listed below.

For Whiteschist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: 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