Laterite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Itacolumite

The general Laterite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Laterite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Itacolumite

The history of Laterite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Itacolumite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Itacolumite,

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