Shonkinite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Shonkinite and Boninite

The general Shonkinite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. 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 Shonkinite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Shonkinite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Shonkinite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shonkinite and Boninite

The history of Shonkinite 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.

Shonkinite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shonkinite and Boninite

Along with Shonkinite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Shonkinite and Boninite. Etymology of Shonkinite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shonkinite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Shonkinite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US while that of Boninite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Shonkinite and Boninite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shonkinite and Boninite are listed below.

For Shonkinite,

• 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