Aplite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Peridotite

The general Aplite and Peridotite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Aplite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Peridotite

The history of Aplite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Peridotite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Peridotite,

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