Conglomerate and Laterite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Laterite

The general Conglomerate and Laterite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. 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 Conglomerate and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Laterite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Laterite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Laterite

Along with Conglomerate and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Laterite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Laterite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Laterite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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