Mangerite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Mangerite and Boninite

The general Mangerite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. 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 Mangerite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Mangerite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Mangerite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mangerite and Boninite

The history of Mangerite 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.

Mangerite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mangerite and Boninite

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

For Mangerite,

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