Aplite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Variolite

The general Aplite and Variolite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Variolites are a group of dark green basic igneous rocks which exhibit pale colored spots, or spherules, especially on weathered surfaces, that give them a pockmarked appearance. Along with definition of Aplite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Variolite

The history of Aplite and Variolite 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 Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Variolite

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

For Aplite,

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

For Variolite,

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