Boninite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Itacolumite

The general Boninite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Boninite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Itacolumite

The history of Boninite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Itacolumite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Itacolumite,

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