Boninite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Diorite

The general Boninite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Boninite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Diorite

The history of Boninite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Diorite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Diorite,

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