Laterite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Jadeitite

The general Laterite and Jadeitite 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, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Laterite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Jadeitite

The history of Laterite and Jadeitite 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 Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Jadeitite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Jadeitite,

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