Boninite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Laterite

The general Boninite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Boninite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Laterite

The history of Boninite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Laterite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Laterite,

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