Boninite and Siltstone Definition

Definition of Boninite and Siltstone

The general Boninite and Siltstone 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, Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. Along with definition of Boninite and Siltstone, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Siltstone. Get to know more information about Boninite and Siltstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Siltstone

The history of Boninite and Siltstone 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 Siltstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Siltstone

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

For Boninite,

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

For Siltstone,

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