MetRx-01

Image credit: Scott Brande

Metamorphic Rock A01 Resources and Instructions

Observe and study properties in the image(s) and video snips.
Evaluate composition and other properties.
Record observations on a Data Form or handout as instructed.
Identify the metamorphic rock by name.
Review answers and correct any errors after instructor provides answer key.

Unless otherwise noted, images and videos are by Scott Brande.

Simplified Classification Table

Click title link for simplified classification table for rock names and their properties.

A01-Whole Rock Video

Centimeter ruler scale (subdivided into millimeters)
video by Scott Brande

A01-HCl Acid Test Video

HCl acid test of sample
video by Scott Brande

A01-Hardness Test Video

Hardness test of sample against glass plate
video by Scott Brande

A01-Sheen (Reflectance) Test Video

Sheen test of sample
video by Scott Brande

A01-Click Image to Full Screen

Whole Rock Image

Ruler scale is in centimeters (subdivided into millimeters)
Sample typically less than 5 cm in size
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Image credit: Scott Brande

A01-Click Image to Full Screen

Close-up Image

Ruler scale is in centimeters (subdivided into millimeters)
Sample typically less than 5 cm in size
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Image credit: Scott Brande

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