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Boninite and Kimberlite Definition

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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
Japan
Unknown
From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan
Igneous Rocks
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Volcanic
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
 
Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock, which sometimes contains diamonds and is mostly found in South Africa and Siberia.
Kimberley, South Africa
John W. Judd
From Kimberley +‎ -ite, from the name of the South African town of Kimberley where the rock was first found.
Igneous Rocks
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Volcanic
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Boninite and Kimberlite

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History of Boninite and Kimberlite

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Boninite and Kimberlite Origin and Discoverer

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Etymology of Boninite and Kimberlite

Along with Boninite and Kimberlite definition, know more about the etymology of Boninite and Kimberlite. Etymology of Boninite and Kimberlite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Boninite and Formation of Kimberlite. The etymology of Boninite is while that of Kimberlite is . The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Boninite and Kimberlite belong to . The sub-class, group and other categories of Boninite and Kimberlite are listed below.

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