Boninite and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Pyroxenite

The general Boninite and Pyroxenite 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, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Boninite and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Pyroxenite

The history of Boninite and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Pyroxenite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Pyroxenite,

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