Mini Me Geology Blog » rock collection http://www.minimegeology.com/blog Rocks for Kids, Teachers, Parents and Homeschoolers Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:00:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 My Rockin’ Collection! Sedimentary Rocks http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2009/06/17/my-rockin%e2%80%99-collection-sedimentary-rocks/ http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/2009/06/17/my-rockin%e2%80%99-collection-sedimentary-rocks/#comments Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:29:23 +0000 tracyb http://www.minimegeology.com/blog/?p=53 Deluxe Sedimentary Rock KitKids will learn about some of the Earth’s most beautiful and interesting rocks in Mini Me Geology’s Sedimentary Rock collection.  Try to identify each rock using the hand magnifier and information cards included with each kit.  If you need a hint, the name of each rock is beneath the foam padding.  If you need help using the hand magnifier or identifying the minerals, check out the Dig Into Science section of our website for tips on how to use your new Sedimentary Rock kit.

 Each kit includes:

  • 10 Large Sedimentary Rock Samples:  arkose, bituminous coal, conglomerate, coquina, loess, fine-grained limestone, oolitic limestone, sandstone, shale, and siltstone
  • Hand Magnifier
  • Identification Card for each rock
  • Sturdy compartment box with snug latches for secure and organized storage.

    Rock samples obtained worldwide.  All other materials made and assembled in the USA.
    Safety Warnings
    WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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Arkose Sedimentary RockI usually tell you when I think some rocks have unique features and are just plain cool.  Arkose is perhaps, one of my favorite sedimentary rocks because it is just plain pretty.  

Arkose is a beautiful sedimentary rock that is typically gray, pink or red.  This coarse-grained rock forms when igneous rocks break apart and the pieces travel to a river, lake or ocean.  These smaller pieces are glued (cemented) together with quart or calcite.  The major mineral in arkose is feldspar and the minor minerals include quartz and mica.  The color of the arkose is largely controlled by the feldspars which are common in gray, white and pink.  Arkose is found worldwide and is sometimes used for building materials.

Mini Me Geology offers samples of arkose both individually and in the My Rockin’ Collection! Sedimentary Rocks deluxe rock kit.  Get your sample of Arkose today at www.MiniMeGeology.com!

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