Boninite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Sovite

The general Boninite and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Boninite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Sovite

The history of Boninite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Sovite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Sovite,

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