Aplite and Pumice Definition

Definition of Aplite and Pumice

The general Aplite and Pumice definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Pumice is a volcanic rock that consists of highly vesicular rough textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals. Along with definition of Aplite and Pumice, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Pumice. Get to know more information about Aplite and Pumice origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Pumice

The history of Aplite and Pumice 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 Pumice Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Pumice

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

For Aplite,

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

For Pumice,

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