Laterite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Theralite

The general Laterite and Theralite 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, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Laterite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Theralite

The history of Laterite and Theralite 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 Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Theralite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Theralite,

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