Boninite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Appinite

The general Boninite and Appinite definition can be stated as: 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. On the other hand, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Boninite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Appinite

The history of Boninite and Appinite 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.

Boninite and Appinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Appinite

Along with Boninite and Appinite definition, know more about the etymology of Boninite and Appinite. Etymology of Boninite and Appinite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Boninite and Formation of Appinite. The etymology of Boninite is From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan while that of Appinite is From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Boninite and Appinite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Boninite and Appinite are listed below.

For Boninite,

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

For Appinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock