Boninite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Taconite

The general Boninite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Boninite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Taconite

The history of Boninite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Taconite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock