Boninite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Jadeitite

The general Boninite and Jadeitite 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, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Boninite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Jadeitite

The history of Boninite and Jadeitite 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 Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Jadeitite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Jadeitite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock