Aplite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Granodiorite

The general Aplite and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Aplite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Granodiorite

The history of Aplite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Granodiorite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Granodiorite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock