Boninite and Benmoreite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Benmoreite

The general Boninite and Benmoreite 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, An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series. Along with definition of Boninite and Benmoreite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Benmoreite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Benmoreite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Benmoreite

The history of Boninite and Benmoreite 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 Benmoreite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Benmoreite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Benmoreite,

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