Boninite and Oolite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Oolite

The general Boninite and Oolite 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, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Along with definition of Boninite and Oolite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Oolite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Oolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Oolite

The history of Boninite and Oolite 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 Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Oolite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Oolite,

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