Oolite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Laterite

The general Oolite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. 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 Oolite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Laterite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Laterite

Along with Oolite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Laterite. Etymology of Oolite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Laterite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Laterite are listed below.

For Oolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine 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