aplite

[US]/ˈæplaɪt/
[UK]/əˈplaɪt/

Translation

n.A fine-grained igneous rock.; A type of granite with a high proportion of quartz.
Word Forms
Pluralaplites

Phrases & Collocations

aplite intrusion

aplite dyke

study of aplite

aplite composition

aplite formation

aplite occurrence

geological aplite

aplite identification

aplite sample analysis

aplite petrology

Example Sentences

aplite is often found in granite formations.

the texture of aplite is very fine-grained.

geologists study aplite to understand volcanic activity.

aplite can be used as a decorative stone.

some jewelry is made from polished aplite.

the color of aplite can vary from light gray to pink.

aplite forms through the cooling of magma.

minerals found in aplite include quartz and feldspar.

the presence of aplite indicates a specific geological history.

some rock collectors seek out unique pieces of aplite.

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