Aplite and Shale Definition

Definition of Aplite and Shale

The general Aplite and Shale definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Aplite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Shale. Get to know more information about Aplite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Shale

The history of Aplite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Shale

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

For Aplite,

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

For Shale,

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