Aplite and Marble Definition

Definition of Aplite and Marble

The general Aplite and Marble definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Aplite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Marble. Get to know more information about Aplite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Marble

The history of Aplite and Marble 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 Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Marble

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

For Aplite,

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

For Marble,

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