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TECH CUT Rocks and Minerals

TECH CUT Rocks and Minerals

Eisco Tech Cut rock and mineral specimens are of the highest quality and perfectly suited for classroom or lab instruction. Our rocks and minerals are hand-selected for their educational characteristics and then cut into traditional 2-3 cm specimens, larger 7-8 cm hand specimens, and chips. Flexible packaging options include individual, class sets and bulk quantities of any size. Popular educational collections and activity kits are also available.

Eisco Limonite Specimen, 3cm in size,

Limonite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Rusty color indicative of ongoing oxidation Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs a...

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ESNG0072

Eisco Limonite Specimen, 3cm in size, Pack of 12

Limonite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Rusty color indicative of ongoing oxidation Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs a...

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Raw Lodestone Mineral Specimen, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

LODESTONE | This naturally magnetized mineral creates it's own magnetic field and can pick up small metal objects. Iron particles cover its surfac...

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ESNG0073

12PK Raw Lodestone Rock Specimens, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

LODESTONE | This naturally magnetized mineral creates it's own magnetic field and can pick up small metal objects. Iron particles cover its surfac...

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ESNG0073PK12

Eisco Oligoclase Specimen, 3cm in size

Oligoclase sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Standard hardness of 6, exhibits two planes of cleavage Perfect size for use in classroom identif...

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ESNG0075

Eisco Oligoclase Specimen, 3cm in size, Pack of 12

Oligoclase sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Standard hardness of 6, exhibits two planes of cleavage Perfect size for use in classroom identif...

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ESNG0075PK12

Eisco Syenite Specimen, 3cm in size

Syenite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock comprised primarily of feldspar Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs a...

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ESNG0084

Eisco Syenite Specimen, 3cm in size, Pack of 12

Syenite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock comprised primarily of feldspar Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs a...

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ESNG0084PK12

Raw Apatite Mineral Specimen, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

APATITE | Apatite is one of the few common phosphate minerals. While often found as an accessory mineral in igneous rock, it is also found as conc...

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12PK Raw Dolomite Specimen, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

DOLOMITE | Though similar to calcite, the inclusion of magnesium in the chemistry of Dolomite makes it a more robust & stable mineral GREAT FO...

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ESNG0069PK12

Eisco Pegmatite Specimen, 3cm in size

Pegmatite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock containing a large variety of crystal sizes Perfect size for use in classroom identif...

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ESNG0083

Raw Chert Mineral Specimen, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

CHERT | Sometimes referred to as flint, Chert is a sedimentary rock rich in silica GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS | This specimen is perfect for tea...

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ESNG0067

Eisco Pegmatite Specimen, 3cm in size, Pack of 12

Pegmatite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock containing a large variety of crystal sizes Perfect size for use in classroom identif...

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ESNG0083PK12

12PK Raw Apatite Mineral Specimens, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

APATITE | Apatite is one of the few common phosphate minerals. While often found as an accessory mineral in igneous rock, it is also found as conc...

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ESNG0065PK12

12PK Raw Chert Mineral Specimens, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

CHERT | Sometimes referred to as flint, Chert is a sedimentary rock rich in silica GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS | This specimen is perfect for tea...

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ESNG0067PK12

Eisco Chalcopyrite Specimen, 3cm in size, Pack of 12

Chalcopyrite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Exhibits fracture and has a brassy luster Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs...

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ESNG0066PK12

12PK Raw Hematite Rock Specimens, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

HEMATITE | This specular variety of hematite takes the form of tiny, sparkling iron oxide crystals GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS | Perfect for demo...

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ESNG0076PK12

Raw Dolomite Mineral Specimen, 1" - Geologist Selected Samples - Eisco Labs

DOLOMITE | Though similar to calcite, the inclusion of magnesium in the chemistry of Dolomite makes it a more robust & stable mineral GREAT FO...

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ESNG0069

6PK Muscovite Mica Specimen (Mineral), Approx. 1" (3cm) - Ideal for Science Classrooms - Eisco Labs

Pack of six, muscovite mica samples. Each sample is approximately 1" (3cm) in size Useful for teaching students about variable hardness and cleav...

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Tech Cut Rock & Mineral Kit, Set of 12 Specimens - Includes Storage Box and Identification Card

EXPLORE TECH CUT ROCKS & MINERALS | A fun introduction to the world of geology through rocks and minerals. 12 PIECE KIT | Set includes twelve ...

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Raw Volcanic Tuff, Igneous Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

VOLCANIC TUFF | Dust & ash deposited during explosive volcanic eruptions can become compacted and lithified over time, forming large packages ...

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ESNG0051HAND

Raw Anthracite Coal, Metamorphic Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

ANTHRACITE COAL | Anthracite coal is bright and reflective, indicative of the intense heat and pressure required to form it. Anthracite coal often...

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ESNG0053HAND

Raw Red Slate, Metamorphic Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

RED SLATE | Slate is very lightly metamorphosed and well-foliated. This appearance often makes it difficult to distinguish from its parent rock, s...

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ESNG0087HAND

Raw Gypsum, Mineral Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

GYPSUM | A sulfate mineral that often forms from evaporating lakes in what is known as an evaporite deposit. Crystals grow into soft, wide sheets,...

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ESNG0016HAND

Raw Rhyolite, Igneous Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

RHYOLITE | Rhyolite is an aphanitic felsic rock which forms during eruptions of thick, viscous magma. Often containing phenocrysts of felsic miner...

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ESNG0049HAND

Raw Pumice, Igneous Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

PUMICE | Pumice is formed from the frothy lava that a volcanic explosion creates. As the frothy lava cools, it hardens as a light weight rock that...

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ESNG0048HAND

Raw Chert, Mineral Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

CHERT | Sometimes referred to as flint, Chert is a sedimentary rock rich in silica GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS | This specimen is perfect for tea...

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ESNG0067HAND

Raw Obsidian, Igneous Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

Raw Obsidian SpecimenHand Sample, 3" OBSIDIAN | Obsidian, also known as volcanic glass, forms from lava that cools almost immediately upon erupt...

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ESNG0046HAND

Raw Green Slate, Metamorphic Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

GREEN SLATE | Slate is very lightly metamorphosed and well-foliated. This appearance often makes it difficult to distinguish from its parent rock,...

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ESNG0086HAND

Raw White Sandstone, Sedimentary Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

WHITE SANDSTONE | White Sandstone is a recognizable sedimentary rock made up of well sorted and rounded grains of quartz, indicating that the clas...

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ESNG0036HAND

Raw Muscovite Mica, Mineral Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

MUSCOVITE MICA | Muscovite mica is a mineral that forms from cooling magma. It forms in thin sheets that are individually weak, but comprehensivel...

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ESNG0022HAND

Raw Halite, Mineral Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

HALITE | Halite is commonly known as table salt. This soft, white to transparent mineral grows into cleavable cubes GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS |...

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ESNG0017HAND

Raw Quartzite, Metamorphic Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

QUARTZITE | Applying significant pressure to sandstone results in the formation of quartzite. The compaction of sandstone's sturdy silicate framew...

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ESNG0060HAND

Raw Fluorite, Mineral Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

FLUORITE | Fluorite can be transparent or come in a variety of colors, such as purple, green & blue. Fluorite is a common mineral in both carb...

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ESNG0014HAND

Raw Breccia, Sedimentary Rock Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

BRECCIA | The large, angular clasts in breccia make it possible to confidently ascertain the depositional history of the rock GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CL...

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ESNG0029HAND

Raw Sulfur, Mineral Specimen - Hand Sample - Approx. 3"

SULFUR | Sulfur is a popular mineral that forms as a soft precipitate near volcanic vents and springs. This bright yellow mineral has a distinct s...

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ESNG0026HAND

Introduction to Metamorphic Rocks Kit, 12 Specimens - Includes Storage Box and Identification Card

EXPLORE TECH CUT METAMORPHIC ROCKS || A fun introduction to the world of geology through metamorphic rocks! Metamorphic rocks were once another ty...

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ESNGKIT0007

Introduction to Sedimentary Rocks Kit, 12 Specimens - Includes Storage Box and Identification Card

EXPLORE TECH CUT SEDIMENTARY ROCKS || A fun introduction to the world of geology through sedimentary rocks! Sedimentary rocks are formed by the de...

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ESNGKIT0009

Introduction to Igneous Rocks Kit, 12 Specimens - Includes Storage Box and Identification Card

EXPLORE TECH CUT IGNEOUS ROCKS || A fun introduction to the world of geology through igneous rocks! Igneous rocks are formed when magma or lava co...

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ESNGKIT0008

12PK Streak Plates - For Testing Minerals - Off-Black Unglazed Porcelain

Twelve streak plates Used to determine a mineral's color in powder form, or to identify the mineral content of a rock. Great for geology and earth...

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Streak Plate - For Testing Rocks & Specimens - Off-White Unglazed Porcelain - Single Plate - Eisco Labs

UNGLAZED STREAK PLATE || Single, unglazed porcelain streak plate. Off-white color 50MM X 50MM || Plate measures 1.9" (50mm) long and wide, and is...

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