Turbidite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Laterite

The general Turbidite and Laterite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. 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 Turbidite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Laterite

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Laterite

Along with Turbidite and Laterite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Laterite. Etymology of Turbidite and Laterite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Laterite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Laterite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Laterite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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