Building Blocks of the Earth : Rocks and Minerals
Object ID:
1917.1.637
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Red Jasper pebble
Dimensions:
H-1.1 W-1.7 L-2.6 cm
Description:
Siliceous rock, chemical sedimentary rock, variety of chalcedony (form of quartz that is compact and microcrystalline), red in color, smooth.
Rock Type:
Sedimentary
Chemical Composition:
Silicon oxide
Crystal System:
Hexagonal
Specific Gravity:
2.63-2.65
Hardness:
07
Luster:
Vitreous
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