Laterite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Lignite

The general Laterite and Lignite 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, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Laterite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Lignite

The history of Laterite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Lignite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Lignite,

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