Boninite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Granulite

The general Boninite and Granulite 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, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Boninite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Granulite

The history of Boninite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Granulite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Granulite,

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