Boninite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Boninite and Gossan

The general Boninite and Gossan 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, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Boninite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Boninite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Gossan

The history of Boninite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Gossan

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

For Boninite,

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

For Gossan,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock