Boninite and Hyaloclastite  Definition

Definition of Boninite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Boninite and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Boninite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Boninite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Boninite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Boninite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Hyaloclastite 

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

For Boninite,

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

For Hyaloclastite  ,

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