Laterite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Laterite and Vogesite

The general Laterite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Laterite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Laterite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Laterite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Laterite and Vogesite

The history of Laterite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Laterite and Vogesite

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

For Laterite,

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

For Vogesite,

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