Aplite and Schist Definition

Definition of Aplite and Schist

The general Aplite and Schist definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Aplite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Schist. Get to know more information about Aplite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Schist

The history of Aplite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Schist

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

For Aplite,

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

For Schist,

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