Conglomerate and Boninite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Boninite

The general Conglomerate and Boninite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Boninite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Boninite

The history of Conglomerate and Boninite 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.

Conglomerate and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Boninite

Along with Conglomerate and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Boninite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Boninite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Boninite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

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

For Boninite,

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