The general Boninite and Mylonite 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, Mylonite is a metamorphic rock formed by ductile deformation during intense shearing encountered during folding and faulting, a process termed cataclastic or dynamic metamorphism. Along with definition of Boninite and Mylonite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Mylonite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Mylonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Boninite and Mylonite 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 Mylonite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Boninite and Mylonite. In this section, you will know about Boninite and Mylonite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Boninite is Japan whereas Origin of Mylonite is New Zealand. It is interesting to know the name of Boninite and Mylonite discoverer. The discoverer of Boninite and Mylonite are Unknown.
Along with Boninite and Mylonite definition, know more about the etymology of Boninite and Mylonite. Etymology of Boninite and Mylonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Boninite and Formation of Mylonite. The etymology of Boninite is From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan while that of Mylonite 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 Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Boninite and Mylonite are listed below.
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