Skarn and Boninite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Boninite

The general Skarn and Boninite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Boninite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Boninite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Boninite

Along with Skarn and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Boninite. Etymology of Skarn and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Boninite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Boninite are listed below.

For Skarn,

• 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