Laterite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Ijolite

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

History of Laterite and Ijolite

The history of Laterite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Ijolite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Ijolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock