Aplite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Ijolite

The general Aplite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Aplite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Ijolite

The history of Aplite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Ijolite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Ijolite,

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