Laterite and Variolite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Variolite

The general Laterite and Variolite 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, Variolites are a group of dark green basic igneous rocks which exhibit pale colored spots, or spherules, especially on weathered surfaces, that give them a pockmarked appearance. Along with definition of Laterite and Variolite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Variolite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Variolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Variolite

The history of Laterite and Variolite 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 Variolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Variolite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Variolite,

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