Boninite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Phyllite

The general Boninite and Phyllite 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, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Boninite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Phyllite

The history of Boninite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Phyllite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock