Laterite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Monzogranite

The general Laterite and Monzogranite 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, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Laterite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Monzogranite

The history of Laterite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Monzogranite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Monzogranite,

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