Laterite and Coal Definition

Definition of Laterite and Coal

The general Laterite and Coal 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, Coal is a combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock usually occurring in rock strata in layers called coal beds. Along with definition of Laterite and Coal, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Coal. Get to know more information about Laterite and Coal origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Coal

The history of Laterite and Coal 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 Coal Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Coal

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

For Laterite,

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

For Coal,

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