Monzogranite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Laterite

The general Monzogranite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. On the other hand, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Laterite

The history of Monzogranite and Laterite 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.

Monzogranite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Laterite

Along with Monzogranite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzogranite and Laterite. Etymology of Monzogranite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzogranite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Monzogranite is From its mineral content while that of Laterite is From its mineral content. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzogranite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzogranite and Laterite are listed below.

For Monzogranite,

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

For Laterite,

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