Ijolite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Laterite

The general Ijolite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. 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 Ijolite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Laterite

The history of Ijolite 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.

Ijolite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Laterite

Along with Ijolite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Laterite. Etymology of Ijolite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Laterite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Laterite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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