Boninite and Hornfels Definition

Definition of Boninite and Hornfels

The general Boninite and Hornfels 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, Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. Along with definition of Boninite and Hornfels, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Hornfels. Get to know more information about Boninite and Hornfels origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Hornfels

The history of Boninite and Hornfels 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 Hornfels Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Hornfels

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

For Boninite,

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

For Hornfels,

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