Aplite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Boninite

The general Aplite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Boninite is a mafic extrusive rock which is high in magnesium and silica content, formed in fore-arc environments, typically during the early stages of subduction. Along with definition of Aplite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Boninite

The history of Aplite and Boninite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Aplite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

Aplite and Boninite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Aplite and Boninite. In this section, you will know about Aplite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Aplite is Iran whereas Origin of Boninite is Japan. It is interesting to know the name of Aplite and Boninite discoverer. The discoverer of Aplite and Boninite are Unknown.

Etymology of Aplite and Boninite

Along with Aplite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Aplite and Boninite. Etymology of Aplite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Aplite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Aplite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite while that of Boninite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Aplite and Boninite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Aplite and Boninite are listed below.

For Aplite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Boninite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock