Laterite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Diatomite

The general Laterite and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Laterite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Diatomite

The history of Laterite and Diatomite 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 Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Diatomite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Diatomite,

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