Laterite and Marl Definition

Definition of Laterite and Marl

The general Laterite and Marl 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, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Laterite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Marl. Get to know more information about Laterite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Marl

The history of Laterite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Marl

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

For Laterite,

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

For Marl,

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