Useful Rocks and Minerals Of The World

Size: 17 x 13 cms 

Weight: 70 grams (Avg)

Location: Made in USA

Product Description:

This exceptional collection showcases a diverse array of rocks, minerals, and ores found in North America. Sourced from various locations across the United States, each specimen has been carefully selected and prepared to highlight its unique characteristics.

Composition: Various rocks, minerals, and ores

Origin: United States

Care instructions: Handle with care, avoid exposure to extreme temperatures and chemicals.

A unique and educational collection, the Rocks, Minerals, and Ores of North America is perfect for geology enthusiasts, educators, and collectors.

1. MALACHITE - ORE OF COPPER, MINED IN SW.USA. AND MANY OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD

2. SHALE - A SEDIMENTARY ROCK USED IN THE PRODUCTION OF  PORTLAND CEMENT.              

3. BAUXITE - ORE OF ALUMINIUM USED TO MAKE SODA CANS, MINED IN SEVERAL PLACES IN THE WORLD.

4. MAGNETITE - AN IMPORTANT ORE OF IRON AND TITANIUM. MINED IN THE GREAT LAKES REGION, USA, CANADA, ETC.

5. OLIVINE - GEM VARIETY IS CALLED PERIDOT-USED AS A GEMSTONE.

6. CHROMITE - ORE OF CHROMIUM. USED IN MAKING CHROME METAL FOR PLATING CAR BUMPERS ETC

7. HEMATITE - AN ORE OF IRON, USED TO PRODUCE STEEL. SOLID BLACK FORM IS USED FOR JEWELRY.          

8. SPHALERITE - THE MAIN ORE OF ZINC. MINED WORLDWIDE. HAS ADAMANTINE LUSTER.

9. PUMICE - AN IGNEOUS ROCK USED IN SOAP AND AS AN ABRASIVE POROUS, SOMETIMES FLOATS ON WATER.             

10. VERMICULITE - EXPANDS WHEN HEATED TO FORM AN INSULATION; ALSO USED IN SOIL CONDITIONING.