Boninite and Marble Definition

Definition of Boninite and Marble

The general Boninite and Marble 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, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Boninite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Marble. Get to know more information about Boninite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Marble

The history of Boninite and Marble 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 Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Marble

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

For Boninite,

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

For Marble,

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