Boninite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Mugearite

The general Boninite and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Boninite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Mugearite

The history of Boninite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Mugearite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Mugearite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock