Aplite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Monzogranite

The general Aplite and Monzogranite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Aplite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Monzogranite

The history of Aplite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Monzogranite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Monzogranite,

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