Greenschist and Boninite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Boninite

The general Greenschist and Boninite definition can be stated as: Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. 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 Greenschist and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Boninite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Boninite

The history of Greenschist 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.

Greenschist and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Boninite

Along with Greenschist and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Boninite. Etymology of Greenschist and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Greenschist is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color while that of Boninite is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greenschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Boninite are listed below.

For Greenschist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Boninite,

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