Boninite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Hornblendite

The general Boninite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Boninite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Hornblendite

The history of Boninite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Hornblendite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Hornblendite,

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