Boninite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Boninite and Basanite 

The general Boninite and Basanite  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, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Boninite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Boninite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Boninite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Basanite 

The history of Boninite and Basanite  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 Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Basanite 

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

For Boninite,

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

For Basanite ,

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