Whiteschist and Boninite Definition

Definition of Whiteschist and Boninite

The general Whiteschist and Boninite definition can be stated as: Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. 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 Whiteschist and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Whiteschist and Boninite. Get to know more information about Whiteschist and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Whiteschist and Boninite

The history of Whiteschist 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.

Whiteschist and Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Whiteschist and Boninite

Along with Whiteschist and Boninite definition, know more about the etymology of Whiteschist and Boninite. Etymology of Whiteschist and Boninite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Whiteschist and Formation of Boninite. The etymology of Whiteschist is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split while that of Boninite is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Whiteschist and Boninite are listed below.

For Whiteschist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: 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