Boninite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Nephelinite

The general Boninite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Boninite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Nephelinite

The history of Boninite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Nephelinite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Nephelinite,

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