Laterite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Laterite and Chalk

The general Laterite and Chalk 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, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Laterite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Laterite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Chalk

The history of Laterite and Chalk 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 Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Chalk

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

For Laterite,

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

For Chalk,

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