The general Latite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. 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 Latite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Latite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Latite 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.
Latite and Boninite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Latite and Boninite. In this section, you will know about Latite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Latite is Italy whereas Origin of Boninite is Japan. It is interesting to know the name of Latite and Boninite discoverer. The discoverer of Latite and Boninite are Unknown.
Along with Latite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Boninite. Etymology of Latite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Boninite is From the Latin word latium. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Latite and Boninite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Boninite are listed below.
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