Boninite and Charnockite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Charnockite

The general Boninite and Charnockite 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, Charnockite is a variety of granite containing minerals like orthopyroxene, quartz, and feldspar. Along with definition of Boninite and Charnockite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Charnockite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Charnockite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Charnockite

The history of Boninite and Charnockite 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 Charnockite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Charnockite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Charnockite,

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