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aplite

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ap·lite  (plt) also hap·lite (hplt)
n.
A fine-grained, light-colored granitic rock consisting primarily of orthoclase and quartz.
[German Aplit, from Greek haplous, single; see haploid.]
ap·litic (-pltk) adj.
aplite [ˈæplaɪt], haplite
n
(Earth Sciences / Geological Science) a light-coloured fine-grained acid igneous rock with a sugary texture, consisting of quartz and feldspars
[from German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite1]
aplitic  [æpˈlɪtɪk], haplitic adj
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Noun1.aplite - light-colored and fine-grained granitic rock consisting chiefly of quartz and feldspars
igneous rock - rock formed by the solidification of molten magma


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