1 Formation
1.1 Formation
Boninite is a type of Igneous rock which is formed through the cooling and solidification of lava or existing rocks.
Soapstone is a talc-schist, which is a type of metamorphic rock and it is largely composed of the mineral talc and is thus rich inmagnesium.
1.2 Composition
1.2.1 Mineral Content
Amphibole, Apatite, Biotite, Feldspar, Garnet, Hornblade, Ilmenite
Albite, Apatite, Biotite, Calcite, Carbonate, Clay Minerals, Hornblende, Ilmenite, Micas, Plagioclase, Pyroxene, Quartz
1.2.2 Compound Content
Silicon Dioxide
CaO, Mg, MgO
1.3 Transformation
1.3.1 Metamorphism
1.3.2 Types of Metamorphism
Burial Metamorphism, Cataclastic Metamorphism, Contact Metamorphism, Regional Metamorphism
Burial Metamorphism, Cataclastic Metamorphism, Contact Metamorphism, Hydrothermal Metamorphism, Impact Metamorphism, Regional Metamorphism
1.3.3 Weathering
1.3.4 Types of Weathering
Biological Weathering
Not Applicable
1.3.5 Erosion
1.3.6 Types of Erosion
Chemical Erosion, Coastal Erosion, Wind Erosion
Not Applicable