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aplogranite

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ap·​lo·​gran·​ite | \ ¦aplō¦granə̇t \
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Definition of aplogranite

: a rock of granitic texture consisting of alkali-feldspar and quartz with some biotite

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History and Etymology for aplogranite

hapl- + granite

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“Aplogranite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aplogranite. Accessed 25 Sep. 2021.

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