Laterite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Cataclasite

The general Laterite and Cataclasite 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, Cataclasite is a type of cataclastic rock that is formed by fracturing and comminution during faulting. It is normally cohesive and non-foliated, consisting of angular clasts in a finer-grained matrix. Along with definition of Laterite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Cataclasite

The history of Laterite and Cataclasite 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 Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Cataclasite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Cataclasite,

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