Laterite and Andesite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Andesite

The general Laterite and Andesite 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, Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. Along with definition of Laterite and Andesite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Andesite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Andesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Andesite

The history of Laterite and Andesite 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 Andesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Andesite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock