Laterite and Latite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Latite

The general Laterite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Laterite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Latite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Latite

The history of Laterite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Latite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Latite,

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