Laterite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Laterite

The general Laterite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Laterite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Laterite

The history of Laterite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Laterite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Laterite,

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