Laterite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Argillite

The general Laterite and Argillite definition can be stated as: Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. On the other hand, Argillites are highly compact sedimentary or slightly metamorphosed rocks that consist largely or wholly of particles of clay or silt but lack the fissility of shale or the cleavage characteristic of slate. Along with definition of Laterite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Argillite

The history of Laterite and Argillite 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.

Laterite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer

Laterite and Argillite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Laterite and Argillite. In this section, you will know about Laterite and Argillite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Laterite is India whereas Origin of Argillite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Laterite and Argillite discoverer. The Discoverer of Laterite is Francis Buchanan-Hamilton and the discoverer of Argillite is Unknown.

Etymology of Laterite and Argillite

Along with Laterite and Argillite definition, know more about the etymology of Laterite and Argillite. Etymology of Laterite and Argillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Laterite and Formation of Argillite. The etymology of Laterite is From Latin later brick, tile + -ite1 while that of Argillite is From Latin later brick, tile + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Laterite and Argillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Laterite and Argillite are listed below.

For Laterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock