Arkose and Aplite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Aplite

The general Arkose and Aplite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Arkose and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Aplite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Aplite

The history of Arkose and Aplite 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.

Arkose and Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Aplite

Along with Arkose and Aplite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Aplite. Etymology of Arkose and Aplite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Aplite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Aplite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Aplite are listed below.

For Arkose,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Aplite,

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