Boninite and Foidolite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Foidolite

The general Boninite and Foidolite 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, Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. Along with definition of Boninite and Foidolite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Foidolite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Foidolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Foidolite

The history of Boninite and Foidolite 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 Foidolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Foidolite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Foidolite,

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