Boninite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Vogesite

The general Boninite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Boninite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Vogesite

The history of Boninite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Vogesite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Vogesite,

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