Turbidite and Aplite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Aplite

The general Turbidite and Aplite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Turbidite and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Aplite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Aplite

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Aplite

Along with Turbidite and Aplite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Aplite. Etymology of Turbidite and Aplite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Aplite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Aplite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Aplite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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