Taconite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Taconite and Laterite

The general Taconite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. 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 Taconite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Taconite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Laterite

The history of Taconite 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.

Taconite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Taconite and Laterite

Along with Taconite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Laterite. Etymology of Taconite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Laterite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Taconite and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Laterite are listed below.

For Taconite,

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

For Laterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock