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aplitic

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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.
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Adj.1.aplitic - of or related to aplite
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