Theralite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Theralite and Laterite

The general Theralite and Laterite definition can be stated as: Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. 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 Theralite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Theralite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Theralite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Theralite and Laterite

The history of Theralite 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.

Theralite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Theralite and Laterite

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

For Theralite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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