Aplite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Dolomite

The general Aplite and Dolomite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Aplite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Dolomite

The history of Aplite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Dolomite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock