Phyllite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Boninite

The general Phyllite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. 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 Phyllite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Boninite

The history of Phyllite 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.

Phyllite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Boninite

Along with Phyllite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Boninite. Etymology of Phyllite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Boninite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Boninite are listed below.

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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