Boninite and Granite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Granite

The general Boninite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Boninite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Granite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Granite

The history of Boninite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Granite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Granite,

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