Siltstone and Boninite Definition

Definition of Siltstone and Boninite

The general Siltstone and Boninite definition can be stated as: Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. 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 Siltstone and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Siltstone and Boninite. Get to know more information about Siltstone and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Siltstone and Boninite

The history of Siltstone 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.

Siltstone and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Siltstone and Boninite

Along with Siltstone and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Siltstone and Boninite. Etymology of Siltstone and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Siltstone and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Siltstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz while that of Boninite is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Siltstone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Siltstone and Boninite are listed below.

For Siltstone,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Boninite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock