Boninite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Dolomite

The general Boninite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Boninite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Dolomite

The history of Boninite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Dolomite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Dolomite,

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