Aplite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Picrite

The general Aplite and Picrite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Aplite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Picrite

The history of Aplite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Picrite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Picrite,

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