Metamorphic rocks are formed from existing rock by the action of heat, pressure and chemicals. This collection contains 15 rock specimens composed of foliated and non-foliated 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:
- Foliated: Gneiss, Graphite Schist, Muscovite Schist, Biotite Schist, Garnet Schist, Slate, Amphibolite, Talc Schist, Phyllite
- Non-Foliated: Quartzite, Serpentinite, Marble, Serpentine Marble, Anthracite, Hornfels - Contact Metamorphism
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