Boninite and Wehrlite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Wehrlite

The general Boninite and Wehrlite 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, Wehrlite is an ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that is a mixture of olivine and clinopyroxene. It is a subdivision of the peridotites. Along with definition of Boninite and Wehrlite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Wehrlite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Wehrlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Wehrlite

The history of Boninite and Wehrlite 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 Wehrlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Boninite and Wehrlite

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

For Boninite,

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

For Wehrlite,

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