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Entomology wrote:Image
1) Identify
2) This mineral structure is commonly called:
3) Name the other mineral that this structure could form from.
1. Barite
2. Desert Rose
3. Selenite Gypsum
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Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C

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Clematis wrote:
Entomology wrote:Image
1) Identify
2) This mineral structure is commonly called:
3) Name the other mineral that this structure could form from.
1. Barite
2. Desert Rose
3. Selenite Gypsum
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1. Identify the two minerals in this sample.
2. What is the nickname for this variety?
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1) Gold and Quartz
2) The gold or the quartz? Quartz is milky? Gold idk
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1. Correct
2. The correct answer is actually picture rock Go ahead. Your turn.
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What rock makes up these terraces and around what are these structures formed?
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Mekzz wrote:Image

What rock makes up these terraces and around what are these structures formed?
Travertine limestone terraces formed around hot springs.
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Welp, no ones posting a question so I guess I'll try:
What is the scientific term for a rock full of caveties?
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NeilMehta wrote:Welp, no ones posting a question so I guess I'll try:
What is the scientific term for a rock full of caveties?
Not entirely sure what you're looking for, but I think it's vesicular
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Magikarpmaster629 wrote:
NeilMehta wrote:Welp, no ones posting a question so I guess I'll try:
What is the scientific term for a rock full of caveties?
Not entirely sure what you're looking for, but I think it's vesicular
Yup you got it
(Sorry if the language wasn't the best, I dont have much experience with R/M)
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