QAPF diagram

A QAPF diagram is a double quasi-ternary diagram which is used to classify igneous rocks based on mineralogic composition. The acronym QAPF stands for "Quartz, Alkali feldspar, Plagioclase, Feldspathoid (Foid)". These are the mineral groups used for classification in QAPF diagram. Q, A, P and F percentages are normalized (recalculated so that their sum is 100%).

QAPF diagram for classification of plutonic rocks
Streckeisen diagram
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