Laterite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Peridotite

The general Laterite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Laterite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Peridotite

The history of Laterite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Peridotite

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

For Laterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Peridotite,

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