Boninite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Syenite

The general Boninite and Syenite 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, Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. Along with definition of Boninite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Syenite

The history of Boninite and Syenite 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 Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Syenite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Syenite,

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