Boninite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Jaspillite

The general Boninite and Jaspillite 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, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Boninite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Jaspillite

The history of Boninite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Jaspillite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Jaspillite,

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