bhavjain wrote:asthedeerTourmaline is correct, specifically liddicoatite. Anyone know if we have to know the specific minerals of the Tourmaline group?
Man, first instinct; woah. I'm legitimately surprised I still remember.
I don't think we HAVE have to know them, but I'd put them in a binder or stuff so that if you get asked, you'll have the info.
My turn...I guess.
What is this specimen and what is its most special characteristic?
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 10th, 2016, 8:06 pm
by Cherrie_Lan
Ulexite, and whenever you place it on top of something, it shows up on the top surface?
Nevermind, Cherrie_Lan is right. The fibers are parallel to each other.
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 10th, 2016, 8:53 pm
by asthedeer
Cherrie_Lan wrote:Ulexite, and whenever you place it on top of something, it shows up on the top surface?
bhavjain wrote:Nevermind, Cherrie_Lan is right. The fibers are parallel to each other.
You're both right....as in, @Cherrie_Lan is right; it's Ulexite--your turn!
Also, I'm LOVING how active this thread is!
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 11th, 2016, 6:04 am
by Magikarpmaster629
bhavjain wrote:healing powers
Just saying, this is science olympiad, not pseudo-science olympiad. They will never ask for 'healing powers' on a test (unless it's a REALLY bad test), although you can find it for every mineral if you look for it. Try to keep the pseudo-science off of the forums please.
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 11th, 2016, 3:00 pm
by Cherrie_Lan
What is the state gemstone of New York, what is it mainly used for, and why is it good for that purpose?
Edit: I mean, uses besides for a being a gemstone
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 11th, 2016, 6:34 pm
by bhavjain
Cherrie_Lan wrote:What is the state gemstone of New York, what is it mainly used for, and why is it good for that purpose?
Edit: I mean, uses besides for a being a gemstone
Garnet is NY's gemstone. It is mainly used as an abrasive; in the US, it is mostly used for waterjet cutting. It is good for this purpose because it is hard (6.5 - 7.5 Mohs scale) and has sharp edges when broken for sanding and cutting. Occasionally used for filtration due to small pores/high specific gravity.
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 11th, 2016, 6:43 pm
by Cherrie_Lan
Correct! Your turn!
Re: Rocks & Minerals B/C
Posted: September 11th, 2016, 6:59 pm
by bhavjain
ID, what is the specific gravity, and why is it red?
