Taconite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Taconite and Boninite

The general Taconite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. 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 Taconite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Taconite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Boninite

The history of Taconite 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.

Taconite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Taconite and Boninite

Along with Taconite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Boninite. Etymology of Taconite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Boninite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Boninite are listed below.

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Boninite,

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