Laterite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Picrite

The general Laterite and Picrite 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, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Laterite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Picrite

The history of Laterite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Picrite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Picrite,

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