Definition
Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas
History
Origin
India
Discoverer
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton
Etymology
From Latin later brick, tile + -ite1
Class
Sedimentary Rocks
Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
Family
Group
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Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock