Metamorphic Rock Collection Mineral Stone

 

This kit contains 15 metamorphic rock specimens approximately 1.5 x 1.5 in size. All specimens are tagged for easy identification and stored in a compartmentalized container. Each piece has been chosen to show representative characteristics of the classification. Recommended for grades 5-12.

The Metamorphic Rock set includes one of each of the following:

Foliated Specimens:

• Gneiss
• Graphite Schist
• Muscovite Schist
• Garnet Schist
• Chlorite Schist
• Slate
• Phyllite
• Soapstone

Non-foliated Specimens:

• Quartzite
• Serpentinite
• Epidosite
• Marble
• Serpentine marble
• Amphibolite
• Hornfels

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