Boninite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Turbidite

The general Boninite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Boninite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Turbidite

The history of Boninite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Turbidite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Turbidite,

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