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