Marl and Aplite Definition

Definition of Marl and Aplite

The general Marl and Aplite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Marl and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Aplite. Get to know more information about Marl and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Aplite

The history of Marl 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.

Marl and Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Aplite

Along with Marl and Aplite definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Aplite. Etymology of Marl and Aplite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Aplite. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Aplite is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Aplite are listed below.

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• 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