Quartzite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Laterite

The general Quartzite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. 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 Quartzite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Laterite

The history of Quartzite 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.

Quartzite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Laterite

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

For Quartzite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Medium 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