Boninite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Granodiorite

The general Boninite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Boninite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Granodiorite

The history of Boninite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Granodiorite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Granodiorite,

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