Laterite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Taconite

The general Laterite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Laterite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Taconite

The history of Laterite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Taconite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock