Syenite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Boninite

The general Syenite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. 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 Syenite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Boninite

The history of Syenite 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.

Syenite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Boninite

Along with Syenite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Syenite and Boninite. Etymology of Syenite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Syenite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Syenite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene while that of Boninite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Syenite and Boninite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Syenite and Boninite are listed below.

For Syenite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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