Websterite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Boninite

The general Websterite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. 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 Websterite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Boninite

The history of Websterite 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.

Websterite and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Boninite

Along with Websterite and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Boninite. Etymology of Websterite and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Boninite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite and Boninite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Boninite are listed below.

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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