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Enderbite and Boninite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series
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
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Enderby Land, Antarctica
Japan
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica
From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Volcanic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Enderbite and Boninite

The general Enderbite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. 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 Enderbite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Boninite

The history of Enderbite 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.

Enderbite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Boninite

Along with Enderbite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Enderbite and Boninite. Etymology of Enderbite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Enderbite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Enderbite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica while that of Boninite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Enderbite and Boninite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Enderbite and Boninite are listed below.

For Enderbite,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
  • Group: Plutonic
  • 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