Dolomite and Aplite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Aplite

The general Dolomite and Aplite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. On the other hand, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Dolomite and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Aplite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Aplite

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Aplite

Along with Dolomite and Aplite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Aplite. Etymology of Dolomite and Aplite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Aplite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Aplite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Aplite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

• 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

For Aplite,

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