BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Granite, granophyric-porphyritic

Code	GNGPP
Description	Granite, granophyric-porphyritic
Qualifiers	granophyric   porphyritic
Definition	Coarse-grained, av. between 2-16mm normal crystalline, intrusive rock; quartz 20-60% of QAPF, feldspar 35-90% alkali feldspar +/- mica/amphibole. Ttexture micrographic intergrowth of quartz & alkali feldspar. Phenocryst, larger crystals, type not defined.
Linked data	http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/GNGPP

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CAVEAT

"Thumbnail" definitions attached to some of the table entries are an interim attempt to provide simple short descriptions of the "unqualified" rock types presented within the BGS Rock Classification Scheme. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and consistency but minor contradictions or omissions might be present. The BGS welcomes any feedback pointing out such minor imperfections and/or providing constructive comment and suggestions for improvement of the definitions. In the first instance such feedback should be directed to Dr Tim McCormick.