Aplite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Monzonite

The general Aplite and Monzonite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Aplite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Monzonite

The history of Aplite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Monzonite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Monzonite,

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