Laterite and Chert Definition

Definition of Laterite and Chert

The general Laterite and Chert 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, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Laterite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Chert. Get to know more information about Laterite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Chert

The history of Laterite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Chert

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

For Laterite,

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

For Chert,

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