Diamictite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Laterite

The general Diamictite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. 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 Diamictite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Laterite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Laterite

Along with Diamictite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Laterite. Etymology of Diamictite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Laterite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Laterite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

• 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