Boninite and Dacite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Dacite

The general Boninite and Dacite 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, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Boninite and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Dacite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Dacite

The history of Boninite and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Dacite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Dacite,

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