Aplite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Argillite

The general Aplite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Argillites are highly compact sedimentary or slightly metamorphosed rocks that consist largely or wholly of particles of clay or silt but lack the fissility of shale or the cleavage characteristic of slate. Along with definition of Aplite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Argillite

The history of Aplite and Argillite 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.

Aplite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Argillite

Along with Aplite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Aplite and Argillite. Etymology of Aplite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Aplite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Aplite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite while that of Argillite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Argillite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Aplite and Argillite are listed below.

For Aplite,

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

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock