Aplite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Diamictite

The general Aplite and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Aplite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Diamictite

The history of Aplite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Diamictite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Diamictite,

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