Slate and Boninite Definition

Definition of Slate and Boninite

The general Slate and Boninite definition can be stated as: Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. 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 Slate and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Slate and Boninite. Get to know more information about Slate and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Boninite

The history of Slate 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.

Slate and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Slate and Boninite

Along with Slate and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Slate and Boninite. Etymology of Slate and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Slate and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Slate is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat) while that of Boninite is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat). The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Slate belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Slate and Boninite are listed below.

For Slate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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