The general Boninite and Larvikite 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, Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Boninite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Boninite and Larvikite 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 Larvikite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Boninite and Larvikite. In this section, you will know about Boninite and Larvikite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Boninite is Japan whereas Origin of Larvikite is Larvik, Norway. It is interesting to know the name of Boninite and Larvikite discoverer. The discoverer of Boninite and Larvikite are Unknown.
Along with Boninite and Larvikite definition, know more about the etymology of Boninite and Larvikite. Etymology of Boninite and Larvikite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Boninite and Formation of Larvikite. The etymology of Boninite is From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan while that of Larvikite 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 Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Boninite and Larvikite are listed below.
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