Anorthosit
Anorthosite is a type of intrusive igneous rock that is characterized by its light color and the presence of plagioclase feldspar as the dominant mineral. The term "anorthosite" is derived from the Greek words "anorthos," meaning "without beginning," and "lithos," meaning "rock," reflecting the rock's lack of a clear origin. Anorthosites are typically coarse-grained and can exhibit a variety of textures, including porphyritic, equigranular, and granophyric structures.
Anorthosites are often associated with the formation of anorthosite massifs, which are large, distinct bodies of
Anorthosites have been found on Earth in various locations, including the Adirondack Mountains in New York,