Aplite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Ignimbrite

The general Aplite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Ignimbrite is a volcanic rock consisting mainly of pumice fragments, formed by the consolidation of material deposited by pyroclastic flows. Along with definition of Aplite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Ignimbrite

The history of Aplite and Ignimbrite 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 Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Ignimbrite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Ignimbrite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock