1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz
Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone
1.3 History
1.3.1 Origin
1.3.3 Discoverer
1.5 Etymology
From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite
From Latin basanites + -ite
1.7 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.7.2 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.9 Family
1.9.1 Group
1.11 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock