Aplite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Phonolite

The general Aplite and Phonolite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Aplite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Phonolite

The history of Aplite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Phonolite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Phonolite,

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