This collection illustrates how and why colors appear in certain minerals. When light strikes the surface of a mineral, some wavelengths will be absorbed while others are reflected. This collection contains 15 specimens
- Each specimen is approximately 1.5 x 1.5" in size and keyed for identification
- The key also includes useful information regarding the rocks composition, structure, texture and formation
Specimens:
- Quartz, Gypsum, Malachite, Pyrite, Sulfur, Pyrolusite, Serpentine, Magnetite, Hematite, Limonite, Rose Quartz, Amozonite, Amethyst, Jasper, Halite
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