Arkose and Laterite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Laterite

The general Arkose and Laterite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Arkose and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Laterite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Laterite

The history of Arkose and Laterite 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.

Arkose and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Laterite

Along with Arkose and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Laterite. Etymology of Arkose and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Laterite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Laterite are listed below.

For Arkose,

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

For Laterite,

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