Aplite and Marl Definition

Definition of Aplite and Marl

The general Aplite and Marl definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Aplite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Marl. Get to know more information about Aplite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Marl

The history of Aplite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Marl

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

For Aplite,

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

For Marl,

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