Arkose and Boninite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Boninite

The general Arkose and Boninite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. 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 Arkose and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Boninite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Boninite

The history of Arkose 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.

Arkose and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Boninite

Along with Arkose and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Boninite. Etymology of Arkose and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Boninite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Boninite are listed below.

For Arkose,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Boninite,

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