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Pantellerite and Aplite


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All about Aplite and Pantellerite Properties

Know all about Aplite and Pantellerite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite and Pantellerite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Pantellerite is Eutaxitic. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Pantellerite appears Layered and Foliated. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Pantellerite is earthy. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Pantellerite is available in dark greenish - grey colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Pantellerite are creating artwork.

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