Chert and Aplite Definition

Definition of Chert and Aplite

The general Chert and Aplite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. On the other hand, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Chert and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Aplite. Get to know more information about Chert and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Aplite

The history of Chert 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.

Chert and Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Aplite

Along with Chert and Aplite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Aplite. Etymology of Chert and Aplite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Aplite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Aplite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Aplite are listed below.

For Chert,

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

For Aplite,

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