The general Marble and Boninite definition can be stated as: Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. 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 Marble and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Boninite. Get to know more information about Marble and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Marble 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.
Marble and Boninite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Marble and Boninite. In this section, you will know about Marble and Boninite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Marble is Egypt whereas Origin of Boninite is Japan. It is interesting to know the name of Marble and Boninite discoverer. The discoverer of Marble and Boninite are Unknown.
Along with Marble and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Marble and Boninite. Etymology of Marble and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marble and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Marble is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like while that of Boninite is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marble and Boninite are listed below.
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