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